Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: DMMA 206 Ubereem vs Makkonen
Date: Jun 24, 2023

#R1#
Makkonen shoots in for a takedown but Ubereem shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Makkonen looks for a takedown but Ubereem sprawls well.
It looked like Ubereem was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Makkonen.
Makkonen blocks a jab.#TD2#
Makkonen throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ubereem was covering up waiting for the punch and Makkonen finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Ubereem seems keen to control Makkonen's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ubereem wants to sweep but no luck.
Makkonen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1#
Ubereem is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Ubereem has control of Makkonen's left arm, preventing Makkonen from doing any damage. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Makkonen trying to control but Ubereem is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ubereem misses with a body kick.
Makkonen unleashes a big counter combination but Ubereem bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Makkonen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ubereem swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ubereem throws a hook but Makkonen avoids it easily.
Makkonen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ubereem.
Alistair Ubereem is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ubereem punishes Makkonen's body with a nice straight punch.
Makkonen blocks a jab.
Ubereem connects with a looping right hand. #T3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Makkonen is defended easily by Ubereem.
Alistair Ubereem has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Make Makkonen.
Ubereem fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Makkonen manages to avoid it.
Makkonen shoots and misses
and Ubereem counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Makkonen fails with the takedown
enabling Ubereem to counter with a crisp jab.
Ubereem swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Makkonen counters with a shoot takedown. Ubereem fights it but they end up in guard.
Ubereem is looking to stand up but Makkonen isn't so interested in that idea. #T4#
Makkonen trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ubereem is on top in guard. #REVR#
Ubereem might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ubereem throwing strikes from guard but Makkonen blocks nicely.
Makkonen trying to keep a closed guard but Ubereem is proving a slippery customer.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ubereem sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alistair Ubereem dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Ubereem goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ubereem throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Makkonen counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Alistair Ubereem has been cut.#TD2#
Makkonen changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ubereem looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Makkonen trying to control the action but Ubereem is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ubereem is trying to improve his position.#T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Makkonen thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ubereem managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Makkonen.
Makkonen landing strikes.
Makkonen trying to control the position but Ubereem is working away.
Ubereem is trying to escape the position but Makkonen is controlling the position. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#ES#
Ubereem sneaks out the side door and pushes Makkonen away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
A lazy body kick from Ubereem #TD2#
and Makkonen counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Ubereem holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB2#
Makkonen is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ubereem is just riding it out for now. Makkonen eventually gives up the hold.
Ubereem gets back to full guard. #T3#
Ubereem is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB2#
Makkonen looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Makkonen has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Ubereem escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Ubereem!
Ubereem trying to control the position but Makkonen is working away. #T4#
Makkonen manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ubereem's best efforts.
Ubereem slows the pace down in half guard.
Makkonen tries to get to full guard but Ubereem has control of the leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Makkonen manages to get to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Make Makkonen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Alistair Ubereem's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Makkonen throws the left hand but Ubereem avoids the punch easily.
Ubereem throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ubereem missing with a left hand there. Makkonen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ubereem connects with a body shot that sends Makkonen's belly button to the back.
Makkonen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ubereem.
Makkonen tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ubereem pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ubereem misses with a hook.
Ubereem lands a body shot.
Ubereem wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
Ubereem tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Makkonen was well out of range. Poor timing from Ubereem.
Makkonen feints the counter takedown.
Ubereem throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And Makkonen tries to counter it with a takedown but Ubereem pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Makkonen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ubereem seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Ubereem tries to land a body kick
and Makkonen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ubereem cracks Makkonen with a good jab.
Ubereem throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Alistair Ubereem seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ubereem misses the jab.
Ubereem misses with a double jab
and Makkonen counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Ubereem uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Makkonen blocks a head kick by Ubereem.
Makkonen is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nice shot by Ubereem.
Makkonen shoots in for a takedown but Ubereem shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Makkonen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ubereem finds it's way round the side to connect with Makkonen's head. #CUT#It looks like Make Makkonen has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ubereem lands a head shot.
Ubereem looking to land some kicks to the body here.
It seemed like Makkonen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ubereem misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Makkonen counters with a shoot takedown. Ubereem fights it but they end up in guard. #T3#
Makkonen trying to control but Ubereem is working from the bottom.
Makkonen is fighting to break Ubereem's control of his arms but Ubereem is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Ubereem is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Makkonen passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Makkonen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ubereem keeps working. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Makkonen working the head with strikes.
The strikes coming from Makkonen are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Makkonen tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Makkonen grinds an elbow into Ubereem's temple. #CUT2#Alistair Ubereem's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The ground and pound from Makkonen seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Makkonen cracks Ubereem with a big elbow. #CUT2#Jeez, Alistair Ubereem's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Alistair Ubereem's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Make Makkonen!
Make Makkonen is the new super heavyweight champion!
An intense looking Make Makkonen took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'I wanted to stand and bang with this iron fist but mostly i just wanted smash his gigantic head to canvas and enjoy while doing that.'.

Event: WVT 120: Hussein v Haudegen
Date: Jun 23, 2023

#R1#
Johnson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Larsen blocks a head kick by Johnson.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but Larsen shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2#
Johnson darts in and clinches Larsen up against the cage.
Johnson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Larsen.
Larsen misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Larsen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've been informed that Johnson has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Larsen misses with a body kick.
Johnson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Larsen looks to land a combination but Johnson avoids it well.
Johnson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Larsen looks to land a combination. Johnson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Johnson misses with a series of wild punches.
Larsen looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Johnson checks a low kick from Larsen.
Johnson is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Johnson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Johnson tries to land a body kick
and Larsen makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Larsen misses with an uppercut.
Magnus Larsen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Johnson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Larsen.
Johnson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Johnson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Larsen throws a leg kick that misses.
Larsen throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Larsen avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A nice inside leg kick there by Larsen. That's going to slow Johnson down.
Larsen throws a nice outside leg kick.
Larsen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Larsen lands a nice shot that snaps Johnson's head back.
Johnson shoots in looking for a takedown but Larsen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Johnson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Larsen thumps Johnson with a low kick.
Johnson tries to move into range but Larsen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Larsen lands with an uppercut that bounces Johnson off the cage and back into range.#T2#
Larsen digs a good body shot into Johnson's ribs.
Johnson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A jab from Larsen misses.
Johnson shoots in but no luck this time.
Magnus Larsen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Johnson.
Larsen misses with a wild body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Larsen.
Larsen looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Larsen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Johnson.
Larsen scores with a jab to the jaw.#TD2#
Johnson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Larsen did well to prevent Johnson getting side control.
Johnson slips a nice elbow through Larsen's hands, connecting with Larsen's forehead.
Larsen wants to get back to full guard.
Larsen regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Johnson.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Larsen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Larsen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Johnson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Johnson wants to control from the top but Larsen keeps moving.
Johnson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Larsen haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Larsen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Johnson.
Johnson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Johnson is looking to work some ground and pound but Larsen has wrist control.
Larsen wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Larsen lands with a good body shot.
Johnson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Johnson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Johnson moves out of range as Larsen strikes.
Larsen connects with a body shot that sends Johnson's belly button to the back.
Larsen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Johnson lands a jab to the head.
Johnson blocks a head kick by Larsen.
Johnson takes one to the chin there.
Johnson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Larsen was well out of range. Poor timing from Johnson.
Larsen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Johnson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A slow jab from Larsen misses its intended target.
Johnson is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Johnson crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Larsen - the referee stops the clock and Johnson gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Larsen. Johnson manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Larsen dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Johnson misses with a combination
and Larsen counters with a nice uppercut.
Johnson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Larsen defends it nicely.
Johnson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A little feinted left hand from Larsen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Larsen as he jumps to the side.
Nice uppercut lands for Larsen. That snapped Johnson's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Larsen.
Larsen swats away the attempt to clinch by Johnson.
Johnson tries to move into range but Larsen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Johnson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Larsen was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Larsen displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Johnson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Johnson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Magnus Larsen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Johnson.
Larsen's jab looks to have found its range, popping Johnson under the eye.
Johnson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Larsen paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Johnson dives in for a single leg takedown but Larsen sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Larsen fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Johnson checks it well.
Johnson throws out a counter right but Larsen avoids it with no problem.
Johnson wants to clinch but Larsen slips to the side
and Larsen counters with a three punch combo that has Johnson backing up. Johnson nods at Larsen to acknowledge the strikes.
Johnson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Larsen scoring well with a low kick there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Larsen looks to land a left hand but Johnson moved out of range nicely.
Johnson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A solid leg kick lands there for Larsen. #T2#
Larsen misses with a straight left.
Larsen tries to bum rush Johnson with a series of wild strikes but Johnson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A countering left hand to the body from Johnson misses.
Larsen lands with a hook. Johnson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL2#
Johnson rushes Larsen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Larsen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Larsen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
Larsen lands a right hand that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
Larsen struggles to land a body shot inside as Johnson controls his hands.
Johnson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Larsen is trying to break the clinch but Johnson is controlling him.
Larsen tries to work over Johnson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Larsen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Larsen tries a body shot but Johnson blocks it. #T3#
Larsen softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Johnson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Larsen is trying to break the clinch but Johnson has him pressed against the cage. #BC2#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Larsen throws a half hearted mid kick.
Larsen throws a sloppy body shot
and Johnson counters with a two punch combo.
Johnson closes the distance looking to clinch
and Larsen counters with an outside leg kick.
Johnson staying out of range there.
Larsen fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Johnson staying out of range there.
Magnus Larsen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Johnson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Larsen can pounce on him. #T4#
Larsen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Magnus Larsen is winning the standup battle so far.
Johnson blocks a head kick by Larsen.
Larsen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Johnson can do to turn this around?
Larsen misses with a combination
and Johnson counters with a body kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Johnson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Larsen to score with a decent uppercut.
Johnson darts in trying to clinch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Larsen throws a lazy right hand but Johnson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Johnson slips under a jab from Larsen.
Johnson shoots in for a double leg but Larsen sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Larsen is looking to slow Johnson down with leg kicks. #CL2#
Johnson gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Johnson breaks from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Larsen dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Larsen throws out a loose jab but Johnson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Johnson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL2#
Johnson instigates a clinch.
Larsen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Johnson's elbow.
Johnson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Larsen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Larsen scores with a nice short uppercut.
Larsen misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magnus Larsen has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A nice right hand lands inside from Larsen. #BC2#
Johnson manages to break the clinch.
A solid leg kick lands there for Larsen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson doesn't manage to clinch there - Larsen circles away.
Johnson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Larsen.
Larsen shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Johnson throws a big counter head kick but Larsen avoids it with no problem.
Johnson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T1#
Johnson throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL2#
Johnson moves into range and clinches up with Larsen.#BC2#
Johnson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Larsen throws a wild body kick that Johnson sees coming a mile off.
A nice inside leg kick there by Larsen. That's going to slow Johnson down.
Larsen takes a swing at Johnson's ribcage but misses. #TD2#
Johnson drives through with a takedown into Larsen's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Johnson looking to sit in guard and control but Larsen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Johnson is looking to stand up but Larsen isn't so interested in that idea. #T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Larsen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Larsen prevents Johnson from getting back to his feet.
Larsen tries to free his leg and advance position but Johnson is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Larsen prevents Johnson from getting back to his feet.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Larsen seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Larsen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Johnson counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Johnson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Johnson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Larsen defends well and Johnson ends up having to push Larsen into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A good leg kick by Larsen.
Larsen misses with a jab, cross combination.
Johnson blocks a head kick by Larsen.
Johnson steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
A punch combination from Larsen misses.
Johnson tries to clinch up.
Larsen wants to slow Johnson down by chopping away at his legs.
Johnson shapes to counter with a head kick.
Sloppy strikes from Larsen. Those never looked like landing.
Johnson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Larsen.
Johnson moves out of range of the leg kick from Larsen.
Johnson moves in looking to clinch but Larsen pushes him off.
Larsen went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Johnson is looking to clinch. #T4#
Johnson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Johnson is defended easily by Larsen.
Magnus Larsen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Johnson.
Good leg kick by Larsen.
Larsen connects with a body shot that sends Johnson's belly button to the back.
Remi Johnson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD2#
Johnson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Larsen is trying to defend but Johnson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.

And that's the end of the fight!
Magnus Larsen showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Larsen, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Magnus Larsen!
A relieved looking Magnus Larsen thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: WVT 112: Custer v Heights
Date: Jun 03, 2023

#R1#
Johnson blocks a jab.
Wilcox turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Wilcox has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Wilcox throws an overhand right that lands on Johnson's shoulder, as Johnson tries to avoid the shot.
Wilcox misses the shot to the body.
Johnson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Johnson shoots in but Wilcox avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Wilcox stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Wilcox misses with a low kick as Johnson jumps back.
Johnson throwing a counter right hand but Wilcox manages to avoid it.
Johnson slips under a jab from Wilcox.
Wilcox swings widly with a right hand
and Johnson counters with a straight right hand.
Johnson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilcox comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Wilcox lands a jab.
Johnson pushes Wilcox away with a front kick.
Donovan Wilcox seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wilcox lands a jab.#T1#
Wilcox throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Johnson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wilcox throws a leg kick but Johnson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Wilcox throws a body shot but no joy.
Wilcox throws out a leg kick but Johnson moves out of range and Wilcox only half commits.
Wilcox tries to score with a low kick but Johnson moves his leg out of the way.
Wilcox swings widly with a right hand
and Johnson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wilcox lands a body shot.
Wilcox throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wilcox tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Johnson is able to avoid easily.
It looked like Johnson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Johnson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Donovan Wilcox is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wilcox swings for the body but Johnson moves out of range.
Wilcox lands a high kick!
Wilcox is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Johnson.
Johnson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Wilcox manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Wilcox pulls out of a head kick attempt.
As Wilcox looks to move away, Johnson throws a big counter combo but Wilcox just gets out of the way.
Johnson lands with a kick to the temple. Wilcox shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT#It looks like Donovan Wilcox has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice shot lands for Wilcox.#T2#
Wilcox throws a nice looking combination but Johnson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wilcox misses with a left hand
and Johnson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wilcox throws an off balance right hand
and Johnson counters with a one-two to the body. #ROC#Wilcox is rocked!
Johnson throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Johnson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Johnson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Wilcox swings widly with a right hand
and Johnson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Johnson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Wilcox in his tracks.
Wilcox is still on wobbly legs! Can Johnson finish him?
Good work by Johnson as he checks the leg kick.
Wilcox bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Johnson's head.
Wilcox seems to have recovered his senses.
Johnson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wilcox.
Wilcox throws a low kick but Johnson avoids it.
Wilcox connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Johnson. Wilcox shrugs it off though.
Wilcox fails to land with a series of punches. #T3#
Johnson thuds his right hand into Wilcox's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Johnson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wilcox.
Wilcox misses with a low kick.
Wilcox misses with a hook to the body
and Johnson counters with a nice body shot.
Wilcox fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Wilcox pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wilcox throws a hook but Johnson avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Johnson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Johnson moves out of range of the strikes.
Johnson is looking for a counter combo.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Johnson.
Wilcox bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Johnson's head.
Wilcox throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Johnson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Johnson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Wilcox looks to land a right hand but Johnson moved out of range.
Johnson throwing a counter right hand but Wilcox manages to avoid it.
Wilcox swings widly with a right hand
and Johnson counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Wilcox keeps the fight on the outside.
Wilcox throws out a loose jab but Johnson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Johnson scores with a jab to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Johnson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wilcox defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Johnson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wilcox misses with a jab, cross combination.
Johnson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Wilcox swats away the attempt to clinch by Johnson.
A good leg kick by Wilcox.
Wilcox wants to slow Johnson down by chopping away at his legs.
Johnson throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Wilcox's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Johnson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Johnson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Wilcox dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Donovan Wilcox dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Donovan Wilcox's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Wilcox misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Johnson.
A little feinted left hand from Johnson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Johnson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Wilcox swivels and escapes.
That kick from Wilcox tenderised Johnson's leg. Johnson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Wilcox throws a hook to the side of Johnson's head but Johnson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wilcox's corner calls for a 1-2. Wilcox obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Johnson darts in looking for a takedown but Wilcox gets double underhooks and turns Johnson into the cage.
Wilcox lands a nice uppercut.
Wilcox throws a head punch that misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Wilcox just misses with a elbow thrown towards Johnson's brow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Wilcox goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Johnson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Wilcox smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wilcox rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Johnson counters with a three punch combo that has Wilcox backing up. Wilcox nods at Johnson to acknowledge the strikes.
Wilcox throws a leg kick that is checked
and Johnson counters with a series of strikes. Wilcox will be more careful next time no doubt. #T1#
Johnson checks the leg kick.
Wilcox lands with an overhand left.
Wilcox keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Johnson.
Wilcox throws the left hand but Johnson avoids the punch easily.
Wilcox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Wilcox.
Wilcox slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice defenses there by Johnson.
Wilcox walks into a jab.#CL#
Johnson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Johnson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Wilcox swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Johnson forces Wilcox back against the cage and clinches.
Johnson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Wilcox just stands there and leans against the cage.
Johnson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T2#
Come on Wilcox - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #BC2#
Wilcox's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Johnson has managed to clinch.
Wilcox is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Wilcox misses with a punch on the inside.
Wilcox pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch.
Wilcox connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T3#
The fighters circling - Wilcox throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Johnson misses with a straight right. #TD#
Johnson scores with a takedown into Wilcox's guard.
Wilcox is adopting a defensive guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wilcox tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Johnson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Wilcox pulls Johnson in to control the position.
Johnson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Wilcox's head.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Wilcox is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johnson postures up.
Wilcox preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
Johnson wants to control from the top but Wilcox keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Johnson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Johnson throwing strikes but missing.
Wilcox tries to strike from the bottom.
Johnson scoring with some ground and pound.
Johnson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Wilcox working a defensive guard here.
Wilcox is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB2#
Wilcox looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Johnson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wilcox swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Johnson lands a couple of elbows.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Remi Johnson will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Donovan Wilcox's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Wilcox connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Decent striking displayed by Wilcox there.
Wilcox walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Johnson checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Johnson slips under a jab.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Wilcox pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#BC2#
Wilcox breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wilcox ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Johnson moves away.
Johnson goes for a double leg but Wilcox avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wilcox continues to drive forward.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilcox looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Wilcox misses with an elbow over the top.
Johnson fails to pull guard.
Johnson is trying to pull guard but Wilcox turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##BC2#
Wilcox escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wilcox takes a swing at Johnson's ribcage but misses.
Wilcox is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Johnson.
Wilcox takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Wilcox avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Johnson digs a good body shot into Wilcox's ribs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wilcox. Johnson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Johnson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Johnson tries to close the distance and clinch but Wilcox swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Johnson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Wilcox thows a leg kick but Johnson checks it
and Wilcox takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Johnson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Wilcox avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
Johnson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wilcox throws a hook but Johnson avoids it easily.
Johnson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Johnson staying out of range there.
Johnson is looking to counter with head kicks.
Johnson tries for a takedown but Wilcox sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Johnson gets a takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wilcox trying to control from the bottom.
Johnson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Johnson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Johnson stalling.
Johnson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Wilcox with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Remi Johnson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Wilcox gets full guard.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Wilcox is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wilcox wants to sweep here but Johnson controlling him for the moment.
Johnson lands a couple of elbows.
Wilcox lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Wilcox trying to control but Johnson is working from the bottom.
Johnson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #ES#
Johnson has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Wilcox has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#BC#
Johnson manages to break the clinch. #T4##CL#
Johnson forces Wilcox back against the cage and clinches.
Wilcox stalling in the clinch but Johnson improves position.
Wilcox struggles to land a body shot inside as Johnson controls his hands. #BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Johnson lands with a nice body punch.
Wilcox throws a jab but it's blocked by Johnson.
Wilcox throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Johnson is looking to counter with head kicks.
Wilcox misses with a body shot.
Wilcox smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Johnson doesn't manage to clinch there - Wilcox circles away.
Wilcox dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Johnson. That did some damage!
Johnson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Wilcox paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Wilcox has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Wilcox there as he acknowledges the shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Remi Johnson.
I think Johnson has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Remi Johnson!
After winning the bout, Remi Johnson thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: DMMA 197 Vilkas vs Ubereem
Date: May 27, 2023

#R1#
Vilkas digs a good hook to Ubereem's body. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Vilkas has knocked Ubereem down with a huge combo! Vilkas steps away and waves a wobbly Ubereem back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT#It looks like Alistair Ubereem has been cut.
A big right from Ubereem misses.
Ubereem throws a jab when Vilkas was well out of range.
Vilkas throws a quick counter kick to the body but Ubereem avoids it.
Ubereem throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vilkas sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vilkas is looking to counter punch.
Ubereem circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ubereem tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vilkas was well out of range. Poor timing from Ubereem.
Ubereem tries a head kick but it misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vilkas lands with a jab that stuns his opponent. Ubereem is looking to close the distance but Vilkas sees it coming and throws a beautiful knee! Ubereem crumbles to the mat and that's all she wrote! Let's hope Ubereem is OK because that was naaaaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Deividas Vilkas!
Deividas Vilkas seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DMMA 190 Panda vs Ubereerm
Date: May 06, 2023

#R1#
Panda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ubereem.
A countering left hand to the body from Ubereem misses.
A head kick misses from Panda.
Panda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ubereem manages to avoid it.
Ubereem avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Panda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've been informed that Ubereem has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Ubereem connects with a body shot that sends Panda's belly button to the back.
Panda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ubereem.
Ubereem misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ubereem takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Panda buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ubereem throws a head kick but Panda moves out of range.
Panda takes one on the button.
Panda misses with a two punch combination.
Panda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Panda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ubereem throws out the jab.
We've been told by Panda's head coaches at Crapollas Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1#
Panda misses the shot to the body.
Ubereem tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Panda is looking to clinch but Ubereem is avoiding it.
Ubereem appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ubereem uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Good leg kick by Panda.
Ubereem misses with a head kick.
Panda fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jab by Panda.#CUT#It looks like Alistair Ubereem has been cut.
Ubereem scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CUT2#It looks like KT Panda has been cut.
Panda thumps Ubereem with a low kick.
Nice shot by Panda.
Ubereem throws a body shot but no joy.
Ubereem looks to score with a jab to the body but Panda is just out of range.
Ubereem misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Panda fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ubereem just manages to avoid it.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Panda throws a leg kick
and Ubereem counters with a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Ubereem.
Donk. Panda catches Ubereem right on the button with a cross.
Panda throws a hook but Ubereem blocks it.
A cross from Ubereem lands.
Ubereem uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Panda.
A nice side step and Ubereem releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Panda throws the kick towards the body but Ubereem avoids it.
Panda throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Panda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Panda's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ubereem under the eye.
That kick from Panda tenderised Ubereem's leg. Ubereem is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ubereem keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Ubereem.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Ubereem. Panda does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ubereem looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Panda throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Ubereem counter with a right hand.
Panda smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The fighters circling - Ubereem throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Panda is looking for a counter combo.
Panda misses with a low kick.
It seemed like Ubereem was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Panda connects with a high kick.
Panda throws a chopping leg kick but Ubereem manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Ubereem uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Panda has time to react.
Ubereem throws a body kick that misses.
Ubereem misses with an attempted mid kick.
Panda blocks a jab.
Ubereem connects with a looping right hand. #T4#
Ubereem looks for the body kick but Panda saw that one coming.
Panda misses with a hook.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Panda moves out of range of the strikes.
Panda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ubereem was well out of range. Poor timing from Panda.
Panda takes a swing at Ubereem's ribcage but misses.
Ubereem looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Panda's corner calls for a 1-2. Panda obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT#That has opened up Alistair Ubereem's cut even more.
Ubereem ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Panda moves away.
Panda scores with a nice head shot.
Ubereem misses the shot to the body.
Panda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ubereem is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Panda had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Panda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ubereem throws out the jab.
Panda throws a body punch but Ubereem moves out of range.
Panda connects with a solid leg kick.
Ubereem scores with a hook to the body. Panda takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that KT Panda will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Ubereem looks to land a body kick but Panda moved away.
Ubereem misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Panda.
Ubereem tries a head kick but it misses.
Panda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Panda throws a right hand that misses
and Ubereem counters with a left and a right that stings Panda.
Ubereem throws a jab when Panda was well out of range.
Ubereem moves out of range of the strikes.
Ubereem misses with a body shot.
Alistair Ubereem seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Panda tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ubereem avoids the head kick by Panda.
Ubereem swings away with a body shot that misses
and Panda counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ubereem throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Ubereem smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Panda slips under a jab from Ubereem.
Panda swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
A head kick misses from Ubereem.
Panda with a nice calf kick.#KD2#
Ubereem lands a big head kick that sends Panda tumbling to the mat! Ubereem takes a step backwards and waves Panda back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Panda is rocked!
KT Panda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ubereem ducks under a wild hook from Panda.
It seemed like Ubereem was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Panda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ubereem keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Panda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ubereem throws a hook but Panda avoids it easily.
Ubereem misses with a looping left.
Panda uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Panda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Panda looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Panda throws a head kick but Ubereem moves out of range. #T2#
Ubereem looks to land a left hand but Panda moved out of range nicely.
Panda swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Panda lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ubereem takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ubereem throws a jab but it's blocked by Panda.
Panda fails with an attempt to clinch.
Panda wants to clinch up but Ubereem keeps it at a distance.
Ubereem throws a body shot but no joy.
Panda tries to land a body kick
and Ubereem counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ubereem scores with a jab to the body.
Panda throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #KD2#
and Ubereem counters with a nice right hand that sends Panda toppling to the canvas! Panda scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Ubereem finish him?!
Oh Panda is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ubereem looks for a left high kick but can't connect. Ubereem backs up to catch a breather... no he lunges forward with a huge flying knee that smacks Panda's temple! It sends Panda violently to the canvas! The crowd goes nuts as Ubereem celebrates and the doctors try to help Panda!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Flying Knee). Alistair Ubereem!
Alistair Ubereem is the new super heavyweight champion!
Alistair Ubereem decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: WVT 99: Simone v Halsti
Date: May 05, 2023

#R1#
Cheese moves out of range as Johnson throws a body kick.
Johnson has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Richard Cheese seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Johnson walks into a straight right hand from Cheese.
Johnson on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Cheese misses with a body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Johnson misses the target.
Cheese is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Johnson tries to move into range but Cheese moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Johnson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Cheese lands a nice looking body kick.
Johnson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cheese.
Cheese looks to land a right hand but Johnson moved out of range.
Johnson misses the jab.
Johnson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Johnson lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cheese throws a hook to the side of Johnson's head but Johnson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cheese throws a shot to the body.
Cheese swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Johnson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Johnson moves away from the strike by Cheese.
Johnson lunges at Cheese with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Cheese's hand. #T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Cheese.
Cheese throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Johnson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Cheese.
Johnson connects with a body shot.
Cheese tries to score with a low kick but Johnson moves his leg out of the way.
Cheese looks to land a left hand but Johnson moved out of range nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Johnson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cheese stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Cheese pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Johnson slips under a jab from Cheese.
Cheese throws a big shot that misses.
Johnson tries to bum rush Cheese with a series of wild strikes but Cheese uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Johnson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cheese throws out the jab.
Cheese connects with a solid leg kick.
Johnson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cheese scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Johnson sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Cheese misses with a body shot. #T2#
Cheese misses with a straight right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cheese scores with a nice strike.
Johnson misses with a few strikes there.
A solid body kick from Cheese.
Cheese throws a hook to the side of Johnson's head but Johnson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Johnson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Cheese sprawls well initially but Johnson persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Cheese is trying to get back to full guard.
Johnson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Johnson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Cheese for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
Cheese wants to control but Johnson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Cheese keeping hold of Johnson's head, controlling as best he can.
Still in half guard, Johnson seems content to control.
Cheese avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Johnson.
Johnson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cheese defending well though.
Johnson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Johnson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cheese pushes Johnson away with a front kick.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cheese throws out a leg kick but Johnson moves out of range and Cheese only half commits.
Cheese swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Johnson closes the distance and clinches up with Cheese, looking for a takedown. Johnson pushes Cheese against the cage but Cheese circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Johnson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cheese.
Cheese swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Johnson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Cheese throws an overhand right that lands on Johnson's shoulder, as Johnson tries to avoid the shot.
Cheese turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Johnson takes a kick to the side of the head.
Richard Cheese is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A swing and a miss from Cheese.
Cheese tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Cheese.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Cheese as he avoids it easily.
Cheese defending well as Johnson loads up on a big left hand.
Cheese looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Johnson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richard Cheese dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Johnson fails to land with a series of punches.
Johnson walks into a straight right hand from Cheese.
Cheese lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Cheese lands a really nice looking cross but Johnson seems unphased.
A big left from Cheese misses.
Cheese jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Cheese. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
A low kick lands for Cheese.
Johnson ducks under a wild hook from Cheese.
An attempted straight right counter from Johnson misses the target.
The fighters circle momentarily. Cheese darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Johnson swings for the body but Cheese moves out of range.
Cheese lands a nice leg kick that just misses Johnson's sensitive parts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cheese pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Johnson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Cheese's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Cheese is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johnson content to stall in guard here. #T1#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Johnson is fighting to break Cheese's control of his arms but Cheese is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Johnson wants to control from the top but Cheese keeps moving. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Johnson feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Johnson stopping the sweep attempt from Cheese.
Johnson wants to stand but Cheese has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cheese keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully.
Johnson wanted to stand there but Cheese had control of the position.
Johnson trying to control but Cheese is working from the bottom. #T3#
Johnson controlling from the top position.
Cheese is pulling down on Johnson's head to control his posture.
Johnson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cheese ducks under a wild hook from Johnson.
Johnson throws an overhand right that lands on Cheese's shoulder, as Cheese tries to avoid the shot.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Cheese.
Cheese has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Johnson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Johnson checks the leg kick.
Richard Cheese seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cheese tries to land a body kick
and Johnson counters with a straight right hand.
Johnson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Cheese misses with a looping left.
Remi Johnson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T4#
Cheese cracks Johnson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Cheese throws a left and a right that both miss
and Cheese takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Johnson slips under a jab.
Johnson fails to land the takedown.
Cheese throws an overhand right that lands on Johnson's shoulder, as Johnson tries to avoid the shot.
Johnson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cheese.
Cheese throws a hook to the side of Johnson's head but Johnson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Johnson lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Cheese throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Johnson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cheese throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cheese motions for Johnson to come forward. Cheese throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cheese throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Johnson counter with a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cheese scores with a shot to the body.
Johnson slips under a jab.
Johnson is looking to counter punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Richard Cheese will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Cheese throws a hook but Johnson avoids it easily.
A low kick from Cheese is predictable there
and Johnson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cheese tries to score with a low kick but Johnson moves his leg out of the way.
Cheese throws a low kick, looking for Johnson's leg but Johnson calmly moves out of range.
Cheese looks to land a left hand but Johnson moved out of range nicely.
Johnson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Johnson throws a quick counter kick to the body but Cheese avoids it.
Johnson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cheese.
Cheese takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Johnson blocks a jab.
Cheese misses with a hook
and Johnson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cheese buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bone on bone clash there as Johnson blocks the leg kick.
It looked like Johnson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A low kick lands for Cheese.
Johnson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cheese.
Johnson fails with the takedown.#T1#
Cheese misses with a lunging right hand
and Johnson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Cheese lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Johnson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Cheese steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Johnson.
Cheese throws an overhand right that lands on Johnson's shoulder, as Johnson tries to avoid the shot. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Cheese enables Johnson to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Cheese manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Johnson controlling from the top position. #T2#
Johnson trying to control but Cheese is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Johnson misses with a jab, cross combination.
It seemed like Cheese was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Cheese misses the target. #T3#
Cheese moves into range and connects with a jab.
Cheese throws a hook but Johnson avoids it easily.
Cheese misses with a head kick.
Cheese misses with a wild combination.
Cheese avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cheese looks to land a right hand but Johnson moved out of range.
Cheese fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Johnson checks it well.
Johnson throws a hook but Cheese blocks it.
Cheese was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Cheese as he jumps to the side.
Johnson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cheese feints and then cracks Johnson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Johnson down.
Cheese misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Johnson.
Cheese lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T4#
Johnson takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Cheese pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Johnson will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Johnson ducks under a wild hook from Cheese.
Cheese lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Cheese throws a lazy right hand but Johnson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Johnson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cheese throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sloppy strikes from Johnson. Those never looked like landing.
Crunch! Cheese slams his shin into Johnson's torso.
Cheese is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Johnson.
Cheese lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Johnson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Cheese throws a leg kick which misses Johnson's front leg but catches the back leg as Johnson tries to avoid it.
Johnson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Johnson blocks the body kick.
Remi Johnson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Johnson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Richard Cheese comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Cheese winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Richard Cheese!
Richard Cheese seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DMMA 183 Panda vs Melondov
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
Schultz tries to clinch up but Ubereem circles away and keeps his distance.
Schultz lands a glancing blow to the side of Ubereem's head.
Ubereem throws a sloppy head kick
and Schultz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ubereem misses with a body punch
and Schultz counters with a three punch combo that has Ubereem backing up. Ubereem nods at Schultz to acknowledge the strikes.
Schultz is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Ubereem.
Ubereem displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Schultz throws out the jab.
A combination from Schultz does no damage.
Schultz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ubereem.
Ubereem throws a half hearted mid kick.
Schultz throws a right hand that Ubereem ducks under and follows up with a left that Ubereem also avoids with ease.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A left lands for Schultz.
A jab from Schultz misses.
Ubereem misses with a lunging right hand
and Schultz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've been informed that Ubereem has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#T1#
Ubereem jabs Schultz right on the nose. Schultz blinks but takes it well.
Schultz staying out of range there.
An attempted straight right counter from Schultz misses the target.
Ubereem will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ubereem throws a poor cross that misses
and Schultz counters with a straight right hand.
Schultz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ubereem was well out of range. Poor timing from Schultz.
Schultz ducks under a wild hook from Ubereem.#CL#
Schultz closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Schultz breaks from the clinch.
Schultz is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Ubereem misses with a head kick.
Nice defenses there by Ubereem.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ubereem! But no joy.
Schultz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ubereem paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T2#
Schultz lands with a shot to the body.
Schultz loads up on a big right hand but Ubereem slips the punch.
Ubereem counters with a body kick.
Schultz tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ubereem manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Schultz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A lazy body kick from Ubereem
and Schultz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ubereem throws a body punch but Schultz moves out of range.
Ubereem misses with a lunging right hand
and Schultz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Alistair Ubereem has been cut.
Schultz is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Ubereem throws the left hand but Schultz avoids the punch easily.
Ubereem misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Schultz counters with a nice uppercut.
Ubereem takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Schultz avoids a kick to the body.
Ubereem misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schultz.
Schultz is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Ubereem looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ubereem. Schultz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ubereem connects with a body shot that sends Schultz's belly button to the back.
Schultz misses with a body shot.
Schultz connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ubereem. Ubereem circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jab by Schultz.
Schultz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Schultz wants to clinch up but Ubereem keeps it at a distance.
Ubereem throws a good cross that connects.
Ubereem throws a body kick that misses.
Ubereem looks to score with a jab to the body but Schultz is just out of range.
Schultz works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schultz wants to clinch.#CL#
Schultz moves into the clinch successfully.
Ubereem lands a shot to the body.#BC#
Schultz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Schultz with a jab.
Schultz tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ubereem swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Schultz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Schultz slips under a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hans Schultz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alistair Ubereem's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Schultz doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Schultz is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ubereem misses with a body kick.
Schultz throws the left hand but Ubereem avoids the punch easily.
Ubereem swings for the body but Schultz moves out of range.
Ubereem works Schultz's body with a nice hook.
Schultz moves in looking to clinch but Ubereem pushes him off.
Schultz tries to bum rush Ubereem with a series of wild strikes but Ubereem uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ubereem lands an overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ubereem lands a front kick.
Ubereem dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jab by Ubereem.
Ubereem throws a shot from downtown. Schultz moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Schultz throws a looping overhand right but Ubereem ducks down to avoid it.
Schultz connects with a body shot that sends Ubereem's belly button to the back.
Jab, jab by Ubereem - just one landing.
Ubereem throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Schultz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Schultz throws a body punch but Ubereem moves out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Schultz.
Ubereem scores with a shot to the body.
Ubereem takes a swing at Schultz's ribcage but misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Schultz misses the target.
Ubereem throws a looping overhand right but Schultz ducks down to avoid it.
Schultz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Ubereem misses with the body kick
and Schultz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Ubereem throws a head kick that misses.
Ubereem slips a straight right by Schultz.
Ubereem scores with a kick to the body.
Schultz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ubereem just misses with a punch to the body.
Schultz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ubereem misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schultz.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ubereem. Schultz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Schultz has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Ubereem.
Ubereem misses with a hook to the body
and Schultz counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Schultz blocks a jab.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Ubereem misses the target.
Ubereem misses with a lunging right hand
and Ubereem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ubereem throws a head kick that misses.
Ubereem ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd cheers as Ubereem lands an impressive looking overhand right. Schultz doesn't seem phased though.
Ubereem showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Schultz.
Schultz jabs Ubereem to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Schultz scores with a jab to the head. #T4#
Ubereem with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Schultz to score with a decent uppercut.
Ubereem looks to score with a jab to the body but Schultz is just out of range.
Ubereem throws a series of punches but Schultz moves out of range.
Schultz moves out of range of the body kick from Ubereem.
Hans Schultz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Some wild striking there from Schultz.
A little jabbing left from Ubereem on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ubereem uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ubereem avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Schultz moves into the clinch.#BC#
Schultz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alistair Ubereem showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Alistair Ubereem's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Schultz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ubereem ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Schultz moves away.
Ubereem misses the jab.
As Ubereem looks to move away, Schultz throws a big counter combo but Ubereem just gets out of the way.
Schultz connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ubereem's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Schultz connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ubereem scrambles back to his feet.#CL#
Schultz moves into the clinch.#BC#
Schultz breaks from the clinch.
Ubereem throws a lazy head kick
and Schultz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ubereem throws a push kick but Schultz slaps the foot to one side.
Ubereem has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Schultz is looking to clinch.
Ubereem tries to counter by closing the distance.
Schultz takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Ubereem throws a sloppy head kick
and Schultz counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Schultz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jab from Schultz.
A slow jab from Ubereem misses its intended target.
Ubereem throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Schultz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ubereem missing with a left hand there. Schultz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ubereem throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Schultz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice body kick there by Ubereem.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ubereem connects with a right hand. Schultz shakes it off.
Schultz moves out of range as Ubereem throws a body kick.
Schultz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T2#
Ubereem misses with an uppercut. Schultz saw that one coming.
Ubereem scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Schultz doesn't seem bothered though.
Schultz fails with an attempt to clinch.
Schultz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ubereem is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Schultz with a body shot.
Ubereem throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ubereem jabs Schultz to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ubereem misses the shot to the body.
Ubereem swings and misses with a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ubereem throws a front kick that sends Schultz stumbling back into the cage.
Ubereem lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Schultz at a distance.
Alistair Ubereem seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ubereem misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Ubereem misses with a body kick.
Ubereem scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Schultz slips a straight right by Ubereem.
Schultz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Schultz missing with a left hand there. Ubereem was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Schultz tries to clinch but Ubereem is having none of it.
Schultz blocks a head kick by Ubereem.
Schultz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ubereem moves away.
Ubereem throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Schultz looks to throw the jab but Ubereem is out of range. #T4#
Ubereem misses with a left hand
and Schultz counters with a nice uppercut.
Ubereem takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Schultz swinging wildly here.
Schultz blocks a head kick by Ubereem.
Schultz cracks Ubereem with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ubereem missing with a left hand there. Schultz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A counter left hand to the body from Schultz misses its target.
Ubereem throws a right and a left that Schultz avoids nicely.
Schultz on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ubereem throws a push kick but Schultz slaps the foot to one side.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alistair Ubereem comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ubereem has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alistair Ubereem!
Alistair Ubereem thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Hans Schultz stepped up to the mic, saying ' "I see nothing! I hear nothing! I know nothing!" '.

Event: WVT 88: Beukeboom v Motts
Date: Apr 07, 2023

#R1#
Johnson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Johnson slips a straight right by Jukola.
Jukola throws a jab when Johnson was well out of range.
Johnson jabs Jukola right on the nose. Jukola blinks but takes it well.
Jukola throws an overhand right that lands on Johnson's shoulder, as Johnson tries to avoid the shot.
Johnson walks into a straight right hand from Jukola.
Jukola tries to clinch but Johnson moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Johnson.
Johnson goes for a double leg but Jukola avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Jukola continues to drive forward.
Johnson blocks a jab.
Johnson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Jukola wants to clinch.
Jukola throws a shot from downtown. Johnson moves away and avoids it.
Jukola on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A big left from Jukola misses. #T1#
Jukola throws a jab but it's blocked by Johnson.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jukola as he jumps to the side.
Johnson misses with a double jab
and Jukola counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Remi Johnson has been cut.
Jukola throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jukola misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Johnson.
A clash of legs there as Johnson blocks the low kick.
Jukola looks to throw the jab but Johnson is out of range.
Jukola misses with a body shot
and Johnson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A solid body kick from Jukola.
Jukola throws a hook but Johnson avoids it easily.
Johnson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jukola throws a predictable looking body shot
and Johnson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sloppy strikes from Johnson. Those never looked like landing. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Johnson has a takedown stuffed.
Eero Jukola has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Johnson.
Jukola throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Johnson counters with a two punch combo.
Jukola throws an overhand right that lands on Johnson's shoulder, as Johnson tries to avoid the shot.
Jukola looks to land a combination but Johnson avoids it well.
Johnson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've been informed that Johnson has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Jukola scores with a crisp jab that stopped Johnson in his tracks.
Jukola tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Johnson is able to avoid easily.
Jukola lands with a good body shot.
Johnson scores with a nice strike.
Johnson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Johnson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jukola scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A jab from Jukola finds it's way through Johnson's defenses.
Jukola lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jukola is looking to clinch. #T3#
Jukola feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Johnsons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jukola swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Johnson counters with a nice uppercut.
Jukola throws a leg kick but Johnson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Johnson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Johnson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jukola thumps Johnson with a low kick.
A big left from Jukola misses.
Jukola lands a nice looking body shot.
Johnson walks into a left hand.
Some wild striking there from Jukola.
Johnson lands with a hook. Jukola tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Jukola throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Johnson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice straight punches there by Jukola. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jukola.
Johnson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jukola lands with a straight right. Johnson didn't see that one coming.#TD2#
Johnson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SU2#
Johnson stands up and beckons Jukola to his feet.
Johnson shoots in and drives through. Jukola sprawls well.
Jukola is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Johnson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jukola.
Jukola misses with a lunging right hand
letting Johnson counter with a right hand. #TD2#
Johnson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Jukola is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jukola gets back to full guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Johnson preventing the sweep.
Johnson controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Eero Jukola dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Jukola misses with an attempted mid kick.
A little jabbing left from Johnson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jukola misses with a wild body shot.
Jukola doesn't manage to clinch there - Johnson circles away.
Jukola on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Johnson misses with a looping left.
Jukola fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jukola connects with a looping right hand.
Jukola stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jukola wants it to stay on the feet.
Johnson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Jukola misses with an uppercut
letting Johnson counter with a right hand.
Jukola is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Johnson.
Johnson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jukola swings widly with a right hand
and Johnson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jukola wants to slow Johnson down by chopping away at his legs. #CL#
Jukola clinches.
Johnson is trying to break free.
Jukola is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Johnson is defending well.#T1#
Jukola is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Jukola throws a head punch that misses.
Jukola lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Johnson.
Jukola tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jukola tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Johnson's elbow.
Jukola tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC2#
Johnson breaks from the clinch.
Johnson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jukola sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Johnson somewhat.#T2#
Jukola motions for Johnson to come forward. Jukola throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jukola throws the left hand but Johnson avoids the punch easily.
Jukola stalks Johnson and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Johnson's face. Johnson staggers backwards, shaken.
Jukola is looking to land body kicks.
Johnson shapes to counter with a head kick.
Johnson throws a jab when Jukola was well out of range.
Jukola pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#TD2#
Johnson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Johnson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Johnson trying to control the position but Jukola is working away.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Jukola sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Jukola wants to control but Johnson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Jukola tries to roll over but Johnson keeps him under control.
Johnson is keen to just control but Jukola is a slippery customer.
Jukola wants to get back to full guard.
Jukola wants to control but Johnson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Well, if Johnson is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Jukola is looking to improve his position.
Johnson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Johnson wants to stand up but Jukola has a hold of him and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Johnson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jukola does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Jukola wants to control but Johnson is keeping busy. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jukola swings widly with a right hand
enabling Johnson to counter with a crisp jab.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Jukola here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Jukola throws a hook but Johnson blocks it.
Johnson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Johnson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Johnson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jukola is fending him off so far but Johnson persists. Nope, Jukola circles away and we're back to standing.
Eero Jukola has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Johnson.
Jukola throws a series of punches but Johnson moves out of range.
Johnson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jukola fails to land the takedown.
Jukola swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Johnson counters with a series of strikes. Jukola will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jukola misses with a right hand
and Johnson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Johnson throws a right and a left that Jukola avoids nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Remi Johnson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Johnson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jukola missing with a left hand there. Johnson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Eero Jukola is winning the standup battle so far.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jukola as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Johnson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Jukola is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Jukola tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Jukola is not content to let Johnson control the position.
Remi Johnson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Johnson lands an elbow. #SU2#
Johnson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Johnson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A head kick misses from Jukola. #TD2#
Jukola gets caught napping as Johnson dives in and scores a takedown. Jukola manages to retain guard.
Johnson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Jukola keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Jukola is looking for a triangle but Johnson pushes his legs off easily. #SU2#
Johnson stands up and waves to Jukola to follow him.
Jukola lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T2#
Jukola lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Johnson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Johnson missing with a left hand there. Jukola was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Eero Jukola seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jukola lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jukola takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jukola throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Johnson.
A shot to the liver by Jukola. Beautiful body shot.
Jukola swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Johnson counter with a right hand.
Jukola comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Johnson throws a jab but it's blocked by Jukola. #TD2#
Johnson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T3#
Johnson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Johnson drops an elbow to the side of Jukola's head. #SUB#
Jukola looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jukola wants to get back to full guard.
Johnson slows the pace down in half guard.
Jukola wants to control but Johnson is keeping busy.
Johnson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Johnson is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped. #SUB#
Jukola is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Johnson pulls his head out easily. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Johnson is trying to control. Jukola wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Jukola manages to get to full guard.
Jukola is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Johnson controlling from the top position.
Jukola keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully.
Johnson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Jukola lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Remi Johnson.
I think Johnson has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: DMMA 176 Kersikov vs Account 3
Date: Mar 15, 2023

#R1#
Ubereem throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Christ throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ubereem throws a jab when Christ was well out of range.
Christ lands a jab to Ubereem's midsection.
Christ throws a low kick but Ubereem avoids it.
Ubereem throws a wild body kick that Christ sees coming a mile off.
Christ throws a nice inside leg kick.
Christ throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ubereem tries a head kick but it misses.
Ubereem lands with a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Christ misses with a double jab
and Ubereem counters with a stiff right hand.
Left hook, right uppercut from Christ. #CUT#It looks like Alistair Ubereem has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head kick misses from Ubereem. #T1#
Christ misses with a low kick as Ubereem jumps back.
Christ thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice defenses there by Christ.
Christ swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ubereem tries a head kick but it misses.
Christ fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ubereem just manages to avoid it.
Ubereem throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Christ fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ubereem just manages to avoid it.
Christ on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ubereem scores with a body shot.
Ubereem slips under a jab.
Ubereem jabs Christ to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ubereem pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Christ throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Christ lands a head shot.
Christ throws a lazy uppercut
and Ubereem counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T2#
Ubereem misses with the combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ubereem dodges the punch combination from Christ.
Christ looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ubereem throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ubereem takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ubereem throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Christ is looking for a counter combo.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Christ. Ubereem shrugs it off though.
The fighters circling - Ubereem throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Christ swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Christ lands with a shot to the body.
Ubereem swings widly with a right hand
and Ubereem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ubereem looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T3#
Christ scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ubereem in his tracks.
Nice shot lands for Ubereem.
Ubereem misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Christ misses with a left hand
and Ubereem counters with a straight right hand.
A swing and a miss from Christ.
Ubereem misses with an uppercut
and Christ counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#That has opened up Alistair Ubereem's cut even more.
Christ wants to land a leg kick but Ubereem is out of range.
Christ comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Christ scores with a leg kick.
Ubereem throws out a loose jab but Christ uses good head movement to avoid it.
A clash of legs there as Ubereem blocks the low kick.
Ubereem now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Christ. #T4#
Ubereem throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Christ lands a leg kick that knocks Ubereem off balance momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ubereem moves out of range of the strikes.
Ubereem misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Christ.
Ubereem pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Christ wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Christ's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ubereem under the eye.
Ubereem rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #KD#
and Christ counters with a head kick that drops Ubereem to the mat! Ubereem scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC#Ubereem is rocked!
Ubereem dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ubereem throws a series of strikes that have Christ backpedaling. #CUT2#It looks like Julio Christ has been cut.
Ubereem scores with a nice right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Christ falls off balance throwing a combination
and Ubereem cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Christ throws a jab but it's blocked by Ubereem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Julio Christ will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Ubereem steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Christ. That one must have hurt.
Ubereem looks to land a right hand but Christ moved out of range.
Ubereem throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A low kick from Christ is predictable there
and Christ takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice uppercut lands for Ubereem. That snapped Christ's head back.
Ubereem takes one on the button.
Ubereem throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Christ throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ubereem counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Christ ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ubereem moves away.
Ubereem uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Christ.
Ubereem showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Christ. #KD2#
Ubereem cracks Christ with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Christ looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Ubereem finish him? #T1#
Ubereem throws out a loose jab but Christ uses good head movement to avoid it.
Christ sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Ubereem lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Christ falls backwards - clearly groggy! Ubereem dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alistair Ubereem!
Alistair Ubereem tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: WVT 80: Ihantala v Kersikov
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Johnson lands a nice hook to Thai's body. Thai takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Johnson has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Thai misses with a combination
and Johnson counters with a left and a right that stings Thai.
A swing and a miss from Johnson.
Thai thumps Johnson with a low kick.
Johnson misses with a takedown attempt
and Johnson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Johnson with a jab.
Thai throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Johnson drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Johnson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Johnson tries to free his leg and advance position but Thai is retaining full guard.
Johnson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Johnson advances position into side control!
Thai gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Johnson works his foot free and advances to mount. #T2#
Johnson content just to control the position here.
It looks like Johnson might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T3#
Johnson is continuing to stall.
Thai on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Thai tries to get out of the position.
Johnson avoids the attempt from Thai to control.
Johnson controlling the pace for now. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Johnson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Johnson avoids the attempt from Thai to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnson controlling the position easily from mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Remi Johnson dominated that round.
That's time! Thai's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Thai defending well as Johnson loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like Thai wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Johnson looks to land a left hand but Thai moved out of range nicely.
Johnson throws a series of punches but Thai avoids them all with ease.
Thai wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Thai needs to keep his hands up - Johnson had a free shot at his head there.
Thai jabs at Johnson's body.
Johnson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Thai fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Johnson is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson throws a hook to the side of Thai's head but Thai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Thai is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Johnson.
Johnson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Johnson misses with a two punch combination.
As Johnson tries to get set, Thai tries to push him back and clinch up but Johnson manages to avoid the attempt.#T1#
Thai darts in trying to clinch
and Thai takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Remi Johnson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Johnson with a nice cross.
Thai ducks under a wild hook from Johnson.
Thai throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Johnson counter with a right hand.
Thai misses with a wild body shot.
Thai tries to work over Johnson's front leg with a kick but Johnson checks it.
Johnson wants to counter the offense by Thai and move into the clinch position.
Johnson fails with the takedown.#T2#
No joy there for Johnson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Johnson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Thai misses with a low kick.
Thai looks to land a left hand but Johnson moved out of range nicely.
Johnson cracks Thai with a right hand to the side of the head.
Thai slips a jab and a cross from Johnson.
Johnson swinging wildly here. #T3#
Nice cross by Johnson.
Johnson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Thai displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Johnson throws out the jab.
Thai wants to clinch.
Johnson connects with a jab.#T4#
A low kick from Thai is predictable there
and Johnson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Johnson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Johnson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Johnson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
and Thai holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Thai lands a damaging elbow. #CUT#It looks like Remi Johnson has been cut.#BC2#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Thai looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Johnson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Johnson misses with a head kick.
As Johnson tries to get set, Thai tries to push him back and clinch up but Johnson manages to avoid the attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Remi Johnson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
That's time! Thai's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Thai avoids a punch combination nicely.
Johnson cracks Thai with a right hand to the side of the head.
Remi Johnson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Johnson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Johnson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Thai tries to counter by clinching up but Johnson breaks away and moves out of range.
Johnson throws a lazy right hand but Thai sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Thai wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thai scores with a body shot.
Johnson misses with a hook.
Thai is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Johnson.
Johnson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thai.#T1#
Thai throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Johnson to counter with a crisp jab.
Thai drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Johnson sizes up Thai with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Horrible takedown attempt by Johnson or perhaps it was just good defense by Thai, which made it look bad.
Thai tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Johnson manages to circle out of the way.
Nice shot by Johnson.
Johnson misses with a wild combination. #T2#
A shot to the liver by Johnson. Beautiful body shot.
Johnson misses with a wild body shot.
Thai throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Johnson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Thai slips a jab and a cross from Johnson.
Johnson goes for a double leg but Thai avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Thai continues to drive forward.
Johnson tries for a takedown but Thai circles away easily#CL#
and Thai holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Long Thai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Johnson.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thai can't break the clinch. #T3#
Thai missing with knees to the body.
Thai tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Johnson avoids it.
Johnson managing to block the knees to the body from Thai.
Thai is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Johnson is defending well for now.
Thai trying to land knees to the body.
Johnson tries to break free but Thai pushes him back against the cage.
Johnson is trying to break free.
A frustrated look appears on Johnson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Thai is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Johnson is defending well for now.
Thai misses with an elbow strike.
Thai keeps control of Johnson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#BC2#
Johnson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Thai slips under a jab.
As Johnson tries to get set, Thai tries to push him back and clinch up but Johnson manages to avoid the attempt.
Thai moves out of range as Johnson throws a body kick.
Thai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Johnson.
Thai avoids a punch combination nicely.
Thai showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Johnson.
Long Thai has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Remi Johnson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Remi Johnson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Johnson winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Remi Johnson!
A victorious Remi Johnson thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DMMA 168 Hightower vs Tyler
Date: Feb 19, 2023

#R1#
Ubereem cracks a nice hook into Primo's ribs.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Ubereem.
Primo ducks under a wild hook from Ubereem.
Ubereem misses with a straight right.
Ubereem has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Ubereem throws a shot from downtown. Primo moves away and avoids it.
Primo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ubereem throws a head kick that half lands. #CUT2#It looks like Hero Primo has been cut.
Primo blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ubereem scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Ubereem is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Primo.
Ubereem misses with a hook to the body
enabling Primo to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Alistair Ubereem has been cut.#T1#
Ubereem misses with a head kick.
Ubereem throws a lazy body kick
enabling Primo to counter with a crisp jab.
Primo really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Ubereem swings and misses with a hook to the body. #KD#
Primo catches Ubereem napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Ubereem to the canvas!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Primo preventing the sweep.
Primo trying to control the position from guard on top but Ubereem is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Primo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ubereem is keeping the position for now.
Ubereem can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Primo controls the pace.#T2#
Ubereem looking to hit a scissor sweep but Primo is one step ahead there.
Primo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Primo will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Primo trying to control but Ubereem is working from the bottom.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Primo throws a hook but Ubereem avoids it easily.
A head kick misses from Ubereem.
Ubereem just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Primo fails with a takedown attempt.
Primo keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CUT#That has opened up Alistair Ubereem's cut even more.
Ubereem throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Primo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ubereem. Primo does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Ubereem looks to score with a jab to the body but Primo is just out of range.
Ubereem scores with a nice body kick.
Primo just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Ubereem on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ubereem throws a head kick that misses
enabling Primo to counter with a crisp jab.
Alistair Ubereem seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ubereem thows a left - swing and a miss!
Alistair Ubereem is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ubereem misses with a series of wild punches.
A shot to the body from Ubereem misses
and Primo counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#The cut above Alistair Ubereem's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Primo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Hero Primo will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Primo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ubereem manages to avoid it.
Ubereem ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ubereem connects with a nice looking jab. #KD2#
Ubereem lands a big head kick that sends Primo tumbling to the mat! Ubereem takes a step backwards and waves Primo back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Primo is rocked!
Primo is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Primo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ubereem on the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ubereem darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Primo's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Ubereem before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alistair Ubereem!
Alistair Ubereem bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: WVT 71: Kersikov v Motts
Date: Feb 11, 2023

#R1#
Johnson plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Johnson misses with a combination
enabling Fortythree to counter with a crisp jab.
Johnson throws a right hand that misses
and Johnson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Johnson misses with the combination.
Fortythree has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Canucks Combat Club in the buildup to the fight.
No luck for Johnson with that takedown attempt.
Johnson avoids the body shot from Fortythree.
Fortythree throws a lazy right hand but Johnson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fortythree just misses with a punch to the body.
Fortythree ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fortythree waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Johnson.
Johnson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Johnson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T1#
Johnson tries for a takedown but Fortythree circles away easily
and Fortythree counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Johnson misses with a wild combination.
Johnson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fortythree swings for the body but Johnson moves out of range.
Fortythree dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Johnson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Despite the aggression on Johnson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Fortythree lunges at Johnson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Johnson's hand.
Fortythree swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Johnson moves out of range as Fortythree strikes.#T2#
Johnson misses with a series of wild punches.
Fortythree misses the shot to the body.
Fortythree connects with a good right hand that stumbles Johnson. Johnson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Fortythree misses with the combination.
Fortythree misses with a hook. Johnson ducked under it nicely.
Fortythree scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fortythree missing with a left hand there. Johnson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Johnson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Fortythree waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Johnson.
A swing and a miss from Johnson.
Fortythree lands with a cross.
Fortythree throws a hook but Johnson blocks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Johnson! But no joy.
Johnson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Fortythree circles away quickly and effectively.
Fortythree lands a jab to the head.
Fortythree stuffs the takedown attempt from Johnson. Johnson gets slowly back to his feet.
One Fortythree has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Johnson.
Fortythree slips a jab from Johnson.
Fortythree swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Fortythree tries to close the distance and clinch but Johnson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Johnson ducks under a wild hook from Fortythree.
Johnson misses the shot to the body. #T4#
The crowd cheers as Fortythree lands an impressive looking overhand right. Johnson doesn't seem phased though.
Johnson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fortythree manages to avoid it.
Johnson takes one to the chin there.
Fortythree throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Johnson throws a hook but Fortythree avoids it easily.
Fortythree seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Fortythree misses with a body shot.
Johnson misses with an uppercut.
Fortythree fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Johnson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Johnson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Fortythree throws a hook but Johnson blocks it.
Johnson misses with a double jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

One Fortythree dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Johnson misses with a wild body shot.
Fortythree was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Johnson walks into a stiff left hand from Fortythree.
Fortythree misses with a looping left.
Johnson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Johnson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fortythree.
Johnson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Fortythree stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Fortythree waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Johnson.
Johnson throws a jab when Fortythree was well out of range.
Johnson throws an off balance right hand
and Fortythree counters with a nice uppercut.
One Fortythree is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fortythree slips a jab and a cross from Johnson.
Johnson clobbers Fortythree with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Johnson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Johnson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fortythree throws out the jab. #T1#
Johnson throws the left hand but Fortythree avoids the punch easily.
Fortythree tests Johnson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Johnson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Fortythree counters with a straight right hand.
Johnson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fortythree.
Fortythree connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A shot to the liver by Fortythree. Beautiful body shot.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Fortythree here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Johnson throws a body punch but Fortythree moves out of range.
Fortythree throwing a counter right hand but Johnson manages to avoid it.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but Fortythree shows good takedown defense.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Johnson might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Fortythree has got the better of the exchanges.
Fortythree tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Fortythree.
Fortythree swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fortythree throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Fortythree works Johnson's body with a nice hook.
Fortythree misses with an uppercut.
It seemed like Johnson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Fortythree with a hook.
Fortythree misses the jab.
Johnson scores with a nice strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fortythree connects with a body shot.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Fortythree as he jumps to the side.
Fortythree seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
One Fortythree has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Johnson.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Fortythree sprawls well. Fortythree wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Johnson gets slowly back to his feet.#T3#
Johnson has his takedown stuffed
enabling Fortythree to counter with a crisp jab.
Johnson has his takedown stuffed
and Fortythree counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fortythree with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Johnson looks to land a right hand but Fortythree moved out of range.
A slow jab from Fortythree misses its intended target.
Johnson wants to counter the offense by Fortythree and move into the clinch position.
Fortythree misses with a straight right.
Johnson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Johnson throws a hook but Fortythree blocks it.
Fortythree pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
Fortythree throws a lazy right hand but Johnson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice jab there from Fortythree.
Johnson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Fortythree.
Johnson scores with a nice head shot.
Fortythree scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Johnson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Johnson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Johnson with a poor takedown
and Fortythree counters with a nice uppercut.
Fortythree keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Johnson.
A little feinted left hand from Fortythree on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Fortythree wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Johnson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fortythree.
Johnson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fortythree misses with a straight left.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

One Fortythree dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Fortythree moves into range and connects with a jab.
Johnson misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Fortythree counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fortythree throws a hook but Johnson blocks it.
Johnson tries to counter by closing the distance.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Johnson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Fortythree tries to avoid it but Johnson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Fortythree to the ground. Fortythree escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Johnson misses with a two punch combination.
Johnson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fortythree scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fortythree misses with an uppercut.
Johnson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fortythree misses with a straight right.
Johnson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fortythree throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
The fighters circling - Johnson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fortythree fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Johnson on the side of the head.
Remi Johnson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Fortythree punishes Johnson's body with a nice straight punch.
Johnson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fortythree throws out a loose jab but Johnson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Johnson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Johnson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Fortythree throws a hook but Johnson avoids it easily.
Fortythree lands a jab to the nose.
Johnson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A swing and a miss from Fortythree.
Johnson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T2#
A jab from Johnson does it's job there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fortythree scores with a nice right hand.
Johnson misses with a left hand
enabling Fortythree to counter with a crisp jab.
Fortythree misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Johnson.
Fortythree misses with an uppercut.
Johnson misses with the combination.
Fortythree keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Johnson.
Johnson misses with a left hand
and Johnson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fortythree misses with a body shot.
Fortythree throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Fortythree gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Johnson.
Johnson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Fortythree swings widly with a right hand
and Johnson counters with a body kick.
Fortythree waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Johnson.
Nice jab there from Fortythree.
Johnson slips a jab from Fortythree.
Johnson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fortythree sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Johnson misses with a hook.
Johnson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fortythree misses with a body shot
and Johnson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fortythree scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fortythree scores with a hook to the body. Johnson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T4#
Johnson lands a lovely overhand right.
Johnson shoots in but no luck this time.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Fortythree misses the target.
Fortythree digs a good body shot into Johnson's ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Johnson throws a nice looking combination but Fortythree bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A counter left hand to the body from Fortythree misses its target.
Fortythree lands with an uppercut that bounces Johnson off the cage and back into range.
Johnson loads up on a big right hand but Fortythree slips the punch.
Fortythree throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Johnson on the side of the head.
Johnson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Fortythree is fending him off so far but Johnson persists. Nope, Fortythree circles away and we're back to standing.
One Fortythree has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Johnson.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fortythree. Johnson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Johnson wants to counter with a clinch but Fortythree pushes him away.
Remi Johnson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fortythree lands with a shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
One Fortythree showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fortythree has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... One Fortythree!
One Fortythree really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Sportivité logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: WVT 62: Smith v Sharma
Date: Jan 13, 2023

#R1#
Good standup being displayed there by West as he connects with a hook.
Johnson throws a hook to the side of West's head but West sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
West swings away with a body shot that misses
and West takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
West swings widly with a right hand
and Johnson counters with a straight right hand.
West throws a lazy uppercut
and Johnson counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Johnson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but West was well out of range. Poor timing from Johnson.
West jabs Johnson right on the nose. Johnson blinks but takes it well.
Johnson blocks a head kick by West.
Johnson avoids the head kick by West.
Johnson throws a combination that misses
and West counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD2#
Johnson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. West manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson sitting in guard here, content to control. #SU2#
Johnson decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #T1#
Some wild striking there from Johnson.
Johnson tries to bum rush West with a series of wild strikes but West uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
West takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A head kick misses from Johnson.
West ducks under a wild hook from Johnson.
Johnson throws out a loose jab but West uses good head movement to avoid it.
West bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
West misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Johnson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Johnson misses with a head kick.
Johnson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by West. #T2#
Johnson lands a lovely overhand right.
Johnson throws the kick towards the body but West avoids it.
Johnson lands with a nice combination. West backs away looking to recover.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good shot there by West.
We've been informed that Johnson has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Johnson cracks West with a right hand to the side of the head.
West throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
West misses the jab.
West ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Johnson moves away.
Johnson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A left and a right from Johnson both land. Nice combination.
Johnson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but West circles away quickly and effectively.
A little feinted left hand from West on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
DeShawn West is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
West throws a sloppy head kick and Johnson moves out of range easily.
Despite the aggression on Johnson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Johnson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Johnson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Johnson fails with the takedown
and West counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Johnson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Johnson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CUT#It looks like Remi Johnson has been cut.
Johnson fails to land the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from West misses the target.
A head kick by West misses
letting Johnson counter with a right hand.
A combination from Johnson does no damage.
Johnson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Johnson throws a jab when West was well out of range.#T4#
Johnson looks to land a combination but West avoids it well.
Nice defenses there by Johnson.
West lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by West.
Johnson throws a right and a left that both miss.
West misses with a hook.
Johnson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but West swivels and escapes.
West thinks about countering with a head kick.
DeShawn West has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Johnson.
West misses with a looping right.
Johnson misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've been told by West's head coaches at Outlier Martial Arts ðŸ† that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Decent striking displayed by West there.#TD2#
Johnson scores with a takedown into West's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Remi Johnson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Johnson shoots and misses
and West makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#TD2#
Johnson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Johnson wants to stand but West has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Johnson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
It looks like Johnson is going to stand back up.
Johnson not doing much here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
West is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
West works his way to full guard. Good work.
Johnson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
West defending well as Johnson loads up on a big left hand.
West lands a body shot.
West misses with an uppercut. Johnson saw that one coming.#TD2#
Johnson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging West to the ground. Johnson is now in West's guard.
West is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but West is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
West is adopting a defensive guard.#SU2#
West is working an open guard so Johnson takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T3#
Johnson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from West.
Remi Johnson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
West tries to land a body kick
and Johnson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Johnson misses with a jab, cross combination.
A quick step to the side and West tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Johnson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
West ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says West as he avoids it easily.
West throws a shot from downtown. Johnson moves away and avoids it.
Johnson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Johnson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. West sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from West.
West connects with a good right hand that stumbles Johnson. Johnson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#ROC#Johnson is rocked!#T4#
Johnson thuds a left hand into West's body.
Johnson throws a shot from downtown. West moves away and avoids it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice straight punches there by West. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of West.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Johnson.
West throws an off balance right hand
and Johnson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Johnson goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
The crowd cheers as Johnson lands an impressive looking overhand right. West doesn't seem phased though.
Johnson throws a right hand that West ducks under and follows up with a left that West also avoids with ease.
Johnson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and West counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Remi Johnson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
West lands an overhand right.
West catches Johnson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Johnson is still on wobbly legs! Can West finish him?
West avoids a punch combination nicely.
Remi Johnson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Johnson throws a body shot but no joy.
Johnson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Johnson seems to have recovered his senses.
West misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Johnson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Johnson misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
West throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
West dodges the punch combination from Johnson.
West misses with a hook
enabling Johnson to counter with a crisp jab.
DeShawn West has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T1#
West misses with a straight left.
Johnson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Johnson.
West misses with a looping left.
It seemed like Johnson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Johnson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Johnson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but West was well out of range. Poor timing from Johnson.
Johnson lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as West backs up against the cage.
Johnson avoids the body shot from West.
West throws a lazy uppercut
and Johnson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
West misses with a straight left.
West misses with a looping right.
Johnson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by West. #T2#
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but West shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
West slips under a jab from Johnson.#KD#
West lands a big uppercut and Johnson crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Johnson looks OK. West waves Johnson back to his feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Johnson throws a head kick but West moves out of range.
West takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
West lands hard precision jab right on the jaw that stiffens Johnson up and sends him tumbling to the mat! The ref grabs West from behind before he can pounce. Some folks in the crowd didn't like that stoppage, but I saw Johnson's eyes roll way back in his head, he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). DeShawn West!
DeShawn West thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DMMA 162 Kaupens vs Rocksaw
Date: Jan 08, 2023

#R1#
Ubereem misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ misses with a looping right.
Nice uppercut lands for KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤. That snapped Ubereem's head back. #CUT2#It looks like Alistair Ubereem has been cut.
Ubereem with a hook.
Ubereem throws a lazy right hand but KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ubereem tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ubereem checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ avoids the head kick by Ubereem.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ throws a shot from downtown. Ubereem moves away and avoids it.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ubereem.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ misses with a jab, cross combination. #T1#
Ubereem connects with the punch.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ lands a body shot.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ubereem moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ubereem lands a body shot.
Ubereem avoids a punch combination nicely.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ubereem manages to avoid it.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ swinging wildly here.
The fighters circling - KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice defenses there by Ubereem.#T2#
Ubereem needs to keep his hands up - KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ had a free shot at his head there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ubereem.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ swinging wildly here.
Ubereem throws a jab when KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ was well out of range.
Ubereem throws a sloppy head kick and KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ moves out of range easily.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ throws a right hand that Ubereem ducks under and follows up with a left that Ubereem also avoids with ease.
Ubereem works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Ubereem backs up against the cage.
Ubereem throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ misses with a few strikes there.
And Ubereem counters with a quick kick to the body but KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ blocks it.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤'s hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ubereem connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ scrambles back to his feet.#T3##KD#
Ubereem sends KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Ubereem is motioning to the referee to let KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ is rocked!
Ubereem cracks a nice hook into KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤'s ribs.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ is still on wobbly legs! Can Ubereem finish him?
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ looks winded!
Ubereem tries to bum rush KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ with a series of wild strikes but KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ throws out a counter right but Ubereem avoids it with no problem.
A head kick by Ubereem - that's a beauty! KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ is out but he's somehow still standing... he's going... going... gone. Like a drunk walking down the middle of the road, the inevitable face plant follows and the delayed knockout arrives. Even Ubereem can't help but laugh at the bizarre end to this one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Alistair Ubereem!
A less than humble Alistair Ubereem misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: DC Sunday Sesh 6
Date: Jan 08, 2023

#R1#
Savisto misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sinisterra throws a head kick that misses.
Savisto moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Savisto on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Savisto seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Sinisterra slips under a jab.
Savisto walks into a jab.
Sinisterra takes a swing at Savisto's ribcage but misses.
Lasse Savisto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sinisterra swinging wildly here.
Savisto tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sinisterra paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sinisterra lands a jab-cross combination.
Sinisterra throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Savisto tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Sinisterra counters with a one-two to the body. #CUT2#It looks like Lasse Savisto has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sinisterra lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Savisto circles away quickly and effectively.
Savisto misses with a hook
and Sinisterra counters with a leg kick.
Sinisterra has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Savisto is landing a low percentage of strikes.
A big right from Savisto misses. #T1#
Sinisterra fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Savisto.
Savisto throws a jab but it's blocked by Sinisterra.
Savisto jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Savisto misses with a double jab
and Sinisterra counters with a nice uppercut.
Savisto connects with a single shot there.#CL#
Savisto drives through and clinches with Sinisterra against the cage.
Sinisterra is looking to break free of the clinch but Savisto has double underhooks.
Savisto misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Stalling in the clinch from Sinisterra. #BC2#
Sinisterra breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sinisterra throws a half hearted mid kick.
Savisto tries to clinch up but Sinisterra circles away and keeps his distance.
Nice sprawl there from Sinisterra as Savisto shoots in.
Sinisterra's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Savisto connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Sinisterra scrambles back to his feet.#T2#
Sinisterra fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #KD#
Savisto cracks Sinisterra with a big right hand and Sinisterra goes down!#ROC#Sinisterra is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sinisterra wants to stand up but Savisto is controlling him.
Sinisterra is still in real trouble! Can Savisto finish him?
Savisto postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Sinisterra is trying to keep Savisto in close.
Sinisterra seems to have recovered his senses.
Savisto trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Savisto trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Savisto won't allow Sinisterra to get back to his feet. #ES2#
Sinisterra is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Sinisterra blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Savisto doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sinisterra is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Savisto wants a takedown.
Sinisterra tries to break free but Savisto pushes him back against the cage.#T3##BC2#
Sinisterra breaks the clinch.
Savisto misses with an uppercut.
Savisto throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sinisterra misses with a combination #KD#
and Savisto lands a stunning uppercut that sends Sinisterra to the mat!
Savisto thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Savisto sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sinisterra defending well though.
Savisto thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Savisto lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Sinisterra! More strikes land and this one is all over! Savisto jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lasse Savisto!
During a confident post fight interview, Lasse Savisto thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: OFK 255- Williams Vs Tiramanti
Date: Dec 17, 2022

#R1#
Dokov blocks a jab.
Dokov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Johnson. #CL2#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Johnson can't break the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Dokov.
Dokov jumps guard but Johnson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Johnson drags the fight down to the ground.
Dokov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Johnson is looking to stand up but Dokov isn't so interested in that idea. #ES#
Johnson has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Dokov off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Johnson has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.#T1##CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch successfully.
Dokov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Johnson walks away with a smile on his face. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Johnson looks to land a left hand but Dokov moved out of range nicely.#CL2#
Dokov takes the fight into the clinch.
Johnson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Dokov.
Remi Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doko Dokov.
Johnson keeps control of Dokov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T2##BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch.
Dokov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Johnson throwing a counter right hand but Dokov manages to avoid it.
Dokov ducks right into an uppercut from Johnson. #KD2#
Dokov drops Johnson with a beautiful combination! Johnson stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Dokov is looking for the KO!#CUT2#It looks like Remi Johnson has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
Dokov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Dokov is trying to break free.
Johnson is trying to break the clinch but Dokov has him pressed against the cage. #T3#
Dokov just leaning against Johnson, taking a breather.
Dokov misses with a punch to the body.
Dokov scores with a shot to the side of Johnson's head.
Dokov swings wildly with an uppercut but Johnson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Johnson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dokov lands a right hand.
Dokov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dokov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Johnson working hard to break the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doko Dokov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Dokov throws a head kick that misses.
Johnson misses with an uppercut. Dokov saw that one coming.
Dokov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Johnson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
Johnson is trying to push Dokov away but Dokov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Dokov struggles to land a body shot inside as Johnson controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Johnson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Johnson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dokov. #CL2#
Dokov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dokov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1##BC#
Johnson manages to break the clinch.
Johnson fails to land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.
Dokov working aggressively here. #BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Dokov rushes Johnson and presses him up against the cage.
Dokov prevents Johnson from breaking the clinch.
Nice body punch from Dokov - that landed with a thud. #T2#
Dokov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Johnson walks away with a smile on his face. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Doko Dokov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Johnson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Dokov prevents Johnson from breaking the clinch.
Johnson is trying to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling him.#BC2#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T3#
Dokov looks to clinch
and Johnson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dokov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dokov closes the distance looking to clinch
letting Johnson counter with a right hand.
Dokov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Johnson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Dokov clinches up against the cage.
Dokov misses with a body punch.
Johnson working hard to break the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Johnson. #T4#
Johnson tries to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling the position.
Dokov presses Johnson against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Johnson.
Dokov slowing the pace effectively.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Dokov effectively controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Johnson wants to break the clinch but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Doko Dokov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Dokov rushes Johnson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Dokov pushes off an throws an elbow but Johnson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Dokov lands with a left to the head.
Dokov cracks Johnson with a nice body shot.
Johnson tries to break the clinch but Dokov is controlling the position.
Dokov misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson is trying to force a seperation but Dokov has the dominant position.
Johnson is trying to break free.#T1#
Dokov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Doko Dokov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Dokov moves into range and clinches up with Johnson.#BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch.
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Johnson throws a big counter combination but Dokov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dokov misses with a combination
and Johnson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A combination from Johnson does no damage. #T2#
Johnson throws a lazy right hand but Dokov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Johnson swinging wildly here.
Dokov unleashes a big counter combination but Johnson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Dokov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Johnson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Johnson blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD#
Johnson manages to pull guard.
Dokov won't allow Johnson to get back to his feet.
Dokov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES#
Johnson uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Doko Dokov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3##CL2#
Dokov moves into the clinch.#TD#
Johnson has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Dokov uses from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Dokov gets to his feet. Johnson looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dokov fails to land the takedown.
Remi Johnson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dokov wants to clinch.
Johnson throws an off balance right hand
and Dokov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T4#
Johnson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Nice body punch from Dokov - that landed with a thud.
Johnson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dokov with an attempt at a knee that misses. #BC#
Johnson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Johnson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Dokov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dokov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Remi Johnson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
You can see the frustration on Dokov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Doko Dokov.
I've got Dokov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Doko Dokov!
Doko Dokov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DC Intermission 1
Date: Dec 10, 2022

#R1#
Romanow misses with a wild combination.
Sloppy strikes from Sinisterra. Those never looked like landing.
Sinisterra takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Good shot there by Sinisterra.
Sinisterra lands with a cross.
Sinisterra looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sinisterra scores with a jab to the jaw.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sinisterra.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romanow checks a low kick from Sinisterra.
Romanow uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Romanow missing with a left hand there. Sinisterra was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Sinisterra connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Some wild striking there from Sinisterra.
Sinisterra attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Sinisterra with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Romanow throws a jab when Sinisterra was well out of range.
Romanow on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Romanow throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sinisterra counters with a straight right hand.
Luis Sinisterra seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Romanow tries for a takedown but Sinisterra circles away easily
and Sinisterra counters with a straight right hand.
Luis Sinisterra is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Romanow fails with a takedown attempt.
Sinisterra was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Sinisterra scores with a one two! Romanow had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Sinisterra scores with a jab. Romanow acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sinisterra punishes Romanow's body with a nice straight punch.
Nice defenses there by Sinisterra.
Romanow drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sinisterra is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Sinisterra throws a nice inside leg kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Sinisterra.#T3#
Sinisterra uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Romanow.
Sinisterra uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Romanow.
Sinisterra keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sinisterra is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Romanow misses with a straight right.
Sinisterra misses with a kick to the body.
Romanow feints the counter takedown.
Sinisterra moves away from the strike by Romanow.
Sinisterra lands a nice looking body shot.
The fighters circling - Sinisterra throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Romanow is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Romanow takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Romanow jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
Romanow tries for a takedown but Sinisterra circles away easily
and Romanow takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Luis Sinisterra has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcel Romanow.
Romanow takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Romanow digs a good body shot into Sinisterra's ribs.
Sinisterra rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Romanow counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Romanow stops Sinisterra from standing up.
Romanow trying to control the position from guard on top but Sinisterra is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Romanow trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #ES#
Sinisterra kicks Romanow off and gets to his feet.
Romanow is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Romanow swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Sinisterra counters with a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luis Sinisterra dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Romanow misses with a right hand
and Sinisterra counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sinisterra scores with a nice right hand.
Luis Sinisterra is winning the standup battle so far.
Romanow looks to score with a jab to the body but Sinisterra is just out of range.
Sinisterra is looking for a counter combo.
Sinisterra is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Romanow can do to turn this around?
A decent looking body kick lands there for Sinisterra.
Sinisterra throws a low kick but it's checked well by Romanow.
Romanow drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sinisterra defends it well.
Romanow moves away from the strike by Sinisterra.
Sinisterra sizes up Romanow with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sinisterra misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Romanow counters with a shoot takedown. Sinisterra fights it but they end up in guard.
Romanow won't allow Sinisterra to get back to his feet.
Romanow trying to control the position from guard on top but Sinisterra is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Romanow postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Romanow prevents Sinisterra from getting back to his feet.
Romanow scoring with some ground and pound.
Romanow tries to free his leg and advance position but Sinisterra is retaining full guard.
Romanow has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sinisterra wants to get back to his feet but Romanow is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Sinisterra will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Romanow throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sinisterra works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Romanow loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #ES#
Sinisterra has his feet on Romanow's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Sinisterra throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Romanow is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T2#
Sinisterra throws a body punch but Romanow moves out of range.
Romanow with the counter takedown but Sinisterra avoids it easily.
A big right from Romanow misses.
Sinisterra misses with a body kick.
Sinisterra is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sinisterra scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Romanow misses with an uppercut
and Sinisterra connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sinisterra connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Romanow shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Sinisterra's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sinisterra utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Romanow trying to control the position from guard on top but Sinisterra is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sinisterra wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Romanow content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Romanow's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Romanow with a nice head shot there.
Romanow throws a big right hand that misses.
Romanow stops Sinisterra from standing up.
Romanow trying to control but Sinisterra is working from the bottom.
Sinisterra managing to control the position.
Romanow stands and throws Sinisterra's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Romanow in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T4#
Sinisterra is pushing Romanow's head away, looking to escape. Romanow manages to hold on to the position though.
Sinisterra parries the strikes from Romanow easily there. Romanow is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Sinisterra to escape.
Romanow looks up at the clock and then as Sinisterra takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Romanow smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Sinisterra taking a bit of punishment here - Romanow scoring with strikes.
Romanow lands an elbow.
The ground and pound from Romanow seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
The strikes coming from Romanow are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Sinisterra sneaks back into half guard.#ES#
Sinisterra pushes Romanow off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Romanow misses with an uppercut
letting Sinisterra counter with a right hand.
Romanow fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sinisterra on the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Luis Sinisterra will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
A big right from Romanow misses.
Romanow swings widly with a right hand
and Sinisterra counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A slow jab from Romanow misses its intended target.
Romanow has his takedown stuffed
and Sinisterra counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sinisterra uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Romanow.
Romanow misses the body punch
and Sinisterra counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romanow swings for the body but Sinisterra moves out of range.
Sinisterra scores with a nice body kick.
Sinisterra throws a shot from downtown. Romanow moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Romanow shoots and misses
and Sinisterra counters with a straight right hand.
Good exchange - Sinisterra coming out on top.
Sinisterra lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Sinisterra lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sinisterra lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT#It looks like Marcel Romanow has been cut.
Sinisterra scores with a jab to the jaw.
Sinisterra misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sinisterra fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Romanow changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sinisterra tries to avoid it but Romanow manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sinisterra to the ground. Sinisterra escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Luis Sinisterra has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcel Romanow.
Sinisterra misses with an uppercut.
Marcel Romanow has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A left and a right from Sinisterra both land. Nice combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Romanow fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sinisterra avoids it really well and circles away.
Sinisterra throws a lazy right hand but Romanow sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Romanow throws an off balance right hand
and Sinisterra cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sinisterra throws a body punch but Romanow moves out of range.
Romanow is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Both fighters circling a little - Sinisterra finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Romanow.#T3#
Sinisterra misses with a wild body shot.
Sinisterra misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Romanow counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Romanow.
Sinisterra is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Romanow is controlling him.
Romanow is working Sinisterra over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Romanow landing with the ground and pound.
Romanow working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sinisterra's head.#T4#
Romanow stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sinisterra swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sinisterra wants to get back to his feet but Romanow is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Romanow throwing strikes from guard but Sinisterra blocks nicely.
Sinisterra has control of Romanow's left arm, preventing Romanow from doing any damage. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Sinisterra manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#BC#
Sinisterra breaks the clinch.
A nice combination there by Sinisterra.
Luis Sinisterra is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Romanow misses with a wild combination.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luis Sinisterra showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sinisterra, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:28
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luis Sinisterra!
A very excited looking Luis Sinisterra made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: DMMA Friday Night Fights XV
Date: Dec 02, 2022

#R1#
Ubereem lands with a hook. Face tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ubereem misses with a left hand
and Face counters with a three punch combo that has Ubereem backing up. Ubereem nods at Face to acknowledge the strikes.
Face looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ubereem swings away with a body shot that misses
and Face counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ubereem misses with an uppercut
and Face counters with a stiff right hand.
Ubereem connects with a good right hand that stumbles Face. Face circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ubereem misses with a right hand
and Face cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ubereem looks to land a body kick but Face moved away.
Ubereem misses with a head kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Face misses the target.
Ubereem swings widly with a right hand
and Face cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Alistair Ubereem seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ubereem tries to land a body kick
and Face counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Ubereem swings away with a body shot that misses
and Ubereem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ubereem misses with a body shot
and Face counters with a stiff right hand.
Face is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A shot to the body from Ubereem misses
and Face counters with a nice uppercut.
Ubereem throws a head kick that misses.
It looked like Face was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Ubereem looks to throw a body kick
and Face cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ubereem misses with a hook to the body
enabling Face to counter with a crisp jab.
Face takes a jab right on the kisser. #CUT2#It looks like Puncher Face has been cut.
Ubereem throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Face counter with a right hand. #T2#
Ubereem throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ubereem scores with a head kick. Face tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Face.
It looked like Face was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Ubereem swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Face counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ubereem misses with a hook
and Face counters with a nice uppercut.
Face takes one to the side of the head.
Ubereem misses with a hook
and Ubereem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Alistair Ubereem has been cut.
Nice straight punches there by Ubereem. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ubereem.#T3#
Ubereem misses the body punch
and Face connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ubereem waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Face.
Face is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ubereem looks to land a body kick but Face moved away.
Face avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Face was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ubereem.
Ubereem waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Face.
A quick step to the side and Face tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ubereem tries to bum rush Face with a series of wild strikes but Face uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Face is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ubereem throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Face sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Ubereem misses with a hook
and Face counters with a nice body shot.
Ubereem throws out a loose jab but Face uses good head movement to avoid it.
Face is looking to counter punch.
A head kick misses from Ubereem.
Face swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ubereem throws a right hand that misses
and Face counters with a right hand to the body.
Ubereem throws a body punch but Face moves out of range.
Face is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Ubereem.
Face uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ubereem.
Face was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ubereem swings widly with a right hand
and Face counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Puncher Face dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Face's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Ubereem pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Face is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Face blocks a jab.
It looked like Face wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ubereem tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Face was well out of range. Poor timing from Ubereem.
Ubereem tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Face was well out of range. Poor timing from Ubereem.
A little feinted left hand from Face on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ubereem throws a head kick that misses
and Face counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ubereem pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Face steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ubereem.
Ubereem tries to land a body kick
and Face connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Face uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ubereem.
A little feinted left hand from Face on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ubereem misses with a body shot
and Face connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ubereem misses with a hook
and Face counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ubereem throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Ubereem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ubereem tries to land a body kick
and Ubereem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Ubereem might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Face has got the better of the exchanges.
Ubereem misses with a hook
and Face counters with a nice body shot.
Ubereem digs a good hook to Face's body.
Ubereem swings widly with a right hand
and Face counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Ubereem misses with a hook
and Ubereem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Face moves out of range of the body kick from Ubereem.
Face went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ubereem misses with a hook. Face ducked under it nicely.
Ubereem misses with a shot to the body
and Face cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ubereem misses with a two punch combination.
An attempted straight right counter from Face misses the target.
Ubereem throws a sloppy body shot
and Face counters with a stiff right hand.
Ubereem misses with the body kick
enabling Face to counter with a crisp jab.
Ubereem misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T3#
Ubereem throws a sloppy head kick and Face moves out of range easily.
Face appears to be looking for a big counter.
Ubereem throws a lazy body kick
enabling Face to counter with a crisp jab.
Ubereem misses with a right hand
enabling Face to counter with a crisp jab.
Puncher Face is winning the standup battle so far.
Ubereem throws a sloppy head kick
and Face connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ubereem throws a poor cross that misses
letting Face counter with a right hand.
Face is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A head kick misses from Ubereem.
Face appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ubereem throws a poor cross that misses
and Face counters with a stiff right hand.
Face is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ubereem can do to turn this around?
A head kick misses from Ubereem.
It looked like Face wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Face is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T4#
Ubereem throws a left and a right that both miss
and Face counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ubereem throws a head kick that misses
letting Face counter with a right hand.
Ubereem misses with a hook to the body
and Face counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ubereem throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ubereem misses with an uppercut
and Face counters with a one-two to the body.
Ubereem rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Face counters with a left to the body.
Ubereem misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A slow jab from Ubereem misses its intended target.
Face seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Puncher Face dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Ubereem lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Face at a distance.
A lazy body kick from Ubereem
and Face counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ubereem throws a lazy head kick
and Face counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ubereem rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Face counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ubereem throws a right hand that Face ducks under and follows up with a left that Face also avoids with ease.
Face throwing a counter right hand but Ubereem manages to avoid it.
Ubereem throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Face is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ubereem misses with a lunging right hand
and Face counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ubereem rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Face counter with a right hand. #T1#
Ubereem tests Face's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ubereem misses with an uppercut
and Face counters with a straight right hand.
Ubereem misses with a shot to the body
and Face counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ubereem throws a sloppy head kick
and Face counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ubereem throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Face to counter with a crisp jab.
Ubereem misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Face.
Ubereem looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ubereem swings widly with a right hand
and Ubereem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Ubereem misses with a hook to the body
and Face counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ubereem tries to land a body kick
and Face counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ubereem throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Face counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ubereem misses with a hook to the body
and Ubereem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ubereem throws a head kick that misses
and Face counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ubereem takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ubereem throws an off balance right hand
and Face counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ubereem misses with a lunging right hand
and Ubereem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Puncher Face is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Ubereem misses with a body punch
and Face connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ubereem throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Face to counter with a crisp jab.
Ubereem misses with a hook to the body
and Face counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ubereem throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ubereem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Face takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ubereem is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Nice body kick there by Ubereem.
Ubereem looks to score with a jab to the body but Face is just out of range.
It looked like Face was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ubereem.
Ubereem misses with a hook
enabling Face to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Ubereem misses with a hook
and Face counters with a nice uppercut.
Ubereem misses with a lunging right hand
and Face counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters circling - Ubereem throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ubereem misses with a combination
and Face counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Alistair Ubereem has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ubereem throws a sloppy body shot
and Face cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ubereem misses with an uppercut
and Face connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.

And that's the end of the fight!
Puncher Face showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Face has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Puncher Face!
A very excited looking Puncher Face made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: OFK 249 - Knox Vs Barnes
Date: Nov 26, 2022

#R1#
Kosmanov is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Johnson.
We've been informed that Johnson has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Johnson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kosmanov misses with a wild combination.
Johnson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kosmanov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kosmanov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Johnson.
Johnson scores with a hook to the body. Kosmanov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kosmanov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kosmanov digs a good body shot into Johnson's ribs.
Johnson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kosmanov was well out of range. Poor timing from Johnson.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Johnson misses with the combination. #T1#
Kosmanov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kosmanov lands a jab.#CUT#It looks like Remi Johnson has been cut.#TD2#
Johnson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kosmanov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Johnson is in Kosmanov's guard.
Kosmanov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Johnson is one step ahead there.
Johnson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Johnson preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kosmanov being controlled here, momentarily.
Kosmanov trying to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Johnson stays in close to Kosmanov's body and controls the position.
Kosmanov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kosmanov, not yet.
Johnson looking to pass the guard.
Johnson wants to stand but Kosmanov has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Johnson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
It looks like Johnson might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Kosmanov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T3#
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kosmanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kosmanov misses with an uppercut.
Johnson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kosmanov. Kosmanov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Johnson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Johnson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kosmanov staying out of range there.
A combination from Johnson does no damage.
A clash of legs there as Johnson blocks the low kick.
It seemed like Johnson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Johnson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Johnson scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Johnson misses with a hook. Kosmanov ducked under it nicely.
Johnson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T4#
Johnson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Johnson moves out of range of the strikes.
Kosmanov swings for the body but Johnson moves out of range.
Johnson throws a right hand that Kosmanov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kosmanov also avoids with ease.
Kosmanov looks to score with a jab to the body but Johnson is just out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kosmanov looks to score with a jab to the body but Johnson is just out of range.
Kosmanov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kosmanov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Kosmanov.
Johnson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Johnson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kosmanov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kosmanov misses with an uppercut.
Kosmanov misses with a straight left.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Remi Johnson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Kosmanov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kosmanov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Johnson's waist but Johnson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kosmanov off to one side.
Johnson walks into a jab.
Nice defenses there by Kosmanov.#TD#
Kosmanov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kosmanov lands in his opponent's guard.
Johnson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kosmanov postures up and lands a big shot to Johnson's brow.
Johnson wants to stand and escape but Kosmanov is having none of it.
Kosmanov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Johnson wants to stand up but Kosmanov is controlling him.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kosmanov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Kosmanov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Johnson keeping moving, preventing Kosmanov from controlling successfully.
Kosmanov looking to pass the guard.
Johnson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kosmanov is looking to work some ground and pound but Johnson has wrist control.
Kosmanov sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kosmanov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kosmanov throws a hook but Johnson avoids it easily.
Kosmanov slips a jab and a cross from Johnson.
Kosmanov misses with an uppercut.
Kosmanov connects with a nice looking jab.
Remi Johnson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Johnson stalks Kosmanov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kosmanov's face. Kosmanov staggers backwards, shaken.
The fighters circling - Kosmanov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kosmanov lands a jab-cross combination.
Kosmanov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Kosmanov.
Johnson ducks under a wild hook from Kosmanov.
Kosmanov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Johnson ducks under a wild hook from Kosmanov.
A little jabbing left from Johnson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Johnson defending well as Kosmanov loads up on a big left hand.
A swing and a miss from Kosmanov.
Johnson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kosmanov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Johnson.
As Johnson looks to move away, Kosmanov throws a big counter combo but Johnson just gets out of the way.
Johnson scores with a one two! Kosmanov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Kosmanov throws the left hand but Johnson avoids the punch easily.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kosmanov as he jumps to the side.
Johnson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kosmanov is looking to counter punch.
Kosmanov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Johnson.
Johnson avoids the body shot from Kosmanov.
Kosmanov lands a nice shot to the body. #T4#
Nice uppercut there from Kosmanov.
Vladimir Kosmanov is winning the standup battle so far.
Johnson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Johnson misses with a hook. Kosmanov ducked under it nicely.
Johnson swings for the body but Kosmanov moves out of range.
Kosmanov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Johnson counters with a straight right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson checks a low kick from Kosmanov.
Johnson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Johnson throws a series of punches but Kosmanov moves out of range.
Johnson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Johnson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Johnson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Johnson misses with a double jab.
Kosmanov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Kosmanov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Kosmanov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Johnson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kosmanov scrambles back to his feet.
Kosmanov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Johnson counters with a straight right hand.
Kosmanov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Johnson.
Kosmanov slips a jab and a cross from Johnson.
Johnson misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Kosmanov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Kosmanov throws a head punch that misses.
Kosmanov tries to work over Johnson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Johnson is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kosmanov swings wildly with an uppercut but Johnson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Johnson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kosmanov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Kosmanov can't get the takedown.
Kosmanov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kosmanov misses with a body punch.
Kosmanov misses with a punch on the inside.
Johnson stops a takedown attempt from Kosmanov.
Johnson blocks an uppercut.
Kosmanov tries to score a body lock takedown but Johnson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir Kosmanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kosmanov prevents Johnson from breaking the clinch.
Kosmanov working aggressively here.
Kosmanov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Johnson working hard to break the clinch.
Kosmanov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kosmanov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Johnson's elbow. #T2#
Kosmanov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kosmanov tries to work over Johnson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A frustrated look appears on Johnson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kosmanov lands a nice shot to the body.
Kosmanov tries to throw a body punch but Johnson avoids it by throwing Kosmanov back against the cage. #BC2#
Johnson breaks the clinch.
Johnson misses with an uppercut.
Kosmanov just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Johnson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice shot by Johnson.
Johnson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kosmanov.
Johnson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kosmanov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kosmanov throws a leg kick but Johnson sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T3#
Johnson misses with a body kick.
Johnson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Johnson misses with a hook. Kosmanov ducked under it nicely.
Kosmanov takes a swing at Johnson's ribcage but misses.
Kosmanov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
A telegraphed right hand from Kosmanov misses the target.
Kosmanov lands with a good body shot.
Kosmanov moves out of range of the strikes.
Johnson staying out of range there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kosmanov. Johnson does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Johnson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kosmanov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice shot by Johnson.
Johnson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Johnson throws a lazy uppercut
and Johnson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kosmanov lands a glancing blow to the side of Johnson's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kosmanov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kosmanov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Johnson throws a counter combo.
Johnson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
An attempted straight right counter from Kosmanov misses the target.
Johnson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Kosmanov clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Kosmanov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Johnson has time to react.#ROC#Johnson is rocked!
Kosmanov slips a straight right by Johnson.
Kosmanov looks to score with a jab to the body but Johnson is just out of range.
A little jabbing left from Johnson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kosmanov lands a jab to the nose.
Johnson is still on wobbly legs! Can Kosmanov finish him?
Kosmanov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Johnson.
Johnson is looking for the big counter here.
Johnson misses with a hook. Kosmanov ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Kosmanov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kosmanov just misses with a punch to the body.
Johnson seems to have recovered his senses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kosmanov looks to score with a jab to the body but Johnson is just out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Johnson as he connects with a hook.
Kosmanov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A decent looking cross lands there for Johnson.#T1#
Kosmanov misses with a straight right.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Johnson looks to land a combination but Kosmanov avoids it well.
Kosmanov looks to land a left hand but Johnson moved out of range nicely.
Kosmanov misses with a looping right.
Johnson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Johnson swats away the attempt to clinch by Kosmanov.
A telegraphed right hand from Kosmanov misses the target.
Johnson defending well as Kosmanov loads up on a big left hand.
A little jabbing left from Johnson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A big left from Johnson misses. #T2#
Kosmanov misses with a right hand
and Johnson counters with a stiff right hand.
Johnson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kosmanov.
Johnson throws a shot from downtown. Kosmanov moves away and avoids it.
Kosmanov throwing a counter right hand but Johnson manages to avoid it.
Kosmanov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice takedown defense from Johnson. No joy for Kosmanov on that attempt.
Johnson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A big right from Johnson misses.
A big left from Kosmanov misses.
Kosmanov throws a big shot that misses.#TD2#
Johnson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kosmanov napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T3#
Kosmanov manages to get back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Johnson seems content to control.
Johnson is looking to take a break and control but Kosmanov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Johnson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kosmanov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kosmanov wants to sweep but no luck.
Kosmanov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Johnson wants to get up but he can't break Kosmanov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Johnson controlling from the top position.
Kosmanov has his hands on Johnson's head, controlling the position.
Johnson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kosmanov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Johnson trying to control but Kosmanov is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nice uppercut lands for Kosmanov. That snapped Johnson's head back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Vladimir Kosmanov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Remi Johnson's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Johnson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kosmanov.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses.
Johnson throws a jab but it's blocked by Kosmanov.
Kosmanov throwing a counter right hand but Johnson manages to avoid it.
Johnson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kosmanov counters with a nice uppercut.
A lazy left from Kosmanov finds it's target.
Kosmanov ducks under a wild hook from Johnson.
Johnson throws a right hand that misses
enabling Kosmanov to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kosmanov tries to avoid it but Johnson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kosmanov to the ground. Kosmanov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Johnson misses with a left hand
and Kosmanov counters with a huge left! Johnson is in big trouble! He's backing up but Kosmanov isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Johnson from any more damage. A dominating finish by Kosmanov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vladimir Kosmanov!
Vladimir Kosmanov retains his lightweight title!
After winning the bout, Vladimir Kosmanov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: DC 6: Knightley vs Adesanya
Date: Nov 06, 2022

#R1#
Sinisterra dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤. That did some damage!
Sinisterra keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤.
Jab by KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ throws a right and a left that Sinisterra avoids nicely.
Sinisterra throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#KD#
Oooooh!!! KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ has knocked Sinisterra down with a huge combo! KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ steps away and waves a wobbly Sinisterra back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sinisterra misses with a hook
and KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ rushes Sinisterra with punches - Sinisterra moves straight backwards instead of circling and gets clipped by the second strike... and the third... and the fourth! Oh, Sinisterra goes down! KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ follows up with more strikes and the ref steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Einar KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤!
Einar KyrvÃ¤nsyylÃ¤ tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: DMMA 151 Fukumitsu vs Kersikov
Date: Nov 05, 2022

#R1#
Ubereem throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mahmut went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Mahmut seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Ubereem throws a body punch but Mahmut moves out of range.
Mahmut misses with a takedown
and Ubereem counters with a left to the body.
Mahmut on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT2#It looks like Sheikh Mahmut has been cut.#CL#
Mahmut drives through and clinches with Ubereem against the cage.
Ubereem stalling.
Ubereem misses with a body punch.
Ubereem tries a body shot but Mahmut blocks it.
We've been informed that Ubereem has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Mahmut has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ubereem after a bit of a struggle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ubereem throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ubereem tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ubereem misses with a punch on the inside.
Ubereem stalls.
Ubereem lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mahmut backwards. #T1#
Ubereem misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ubereem has a couple of punches blocked by Mahmut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ubereem.
Ubereem lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mahmut backwards.
Mahmut can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sheikh Mahmut. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ubereem misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mahmut blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ubereem misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ubereem misses with a body punch.
Mahmut changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ubereem fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ubereem misses with a looping right.
Mahmut half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Mahmut takes a body punch but keeps moving. #CL#
Ubereem tries to keep at a distance but Mahmut has taken the fight into the clinch.#T2#
Mahmut tries to pull guard but Ubereem holds him up against the cage and eventually Mahmut drops back down to his feet. #TD#
Mahmut drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB#
Mahmut is looking for a triangle here but Ubereem uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Mahmut tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Ubereem presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ubereem controlling from mount. #T3#
Mahmut tries to reverse the position but Ubereem maintains control.
Mahmut tries to hold on but Ubereem postures up.
Ubereem tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Mahmut is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ubereem controlling his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mahmut tries to lock up and control but Ubereem gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alistair Ubereem dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sheikh Mahmut's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Mahmut tries to close the distance and clinch but Ubereem swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ubereem appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Mahmut looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ubereem has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ubereem scores with a head kick. Mahmut tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Ubereem looks to land a combination but Mahmut avoids it well.
Mahmut tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Ubereem manages to circle out of the way.
Mahmut shoots for a double leg takedown but Ubereem sprawls well. He's pushed Mahmut's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Ubereem lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Mahmut tries to close the distance and clinch but Ubereem swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ubereem swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Ubereem gets caught napping as Mahmut dives in and scores a takedown. Ubereem manages to retain guard.
Mahmut wants to control from the top but Ubereem keeps moving.
Ubereem is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ubereem controlling the action here.#T1#
Ubereem prevents Mahmut from improving his position.
Ubereem throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Still in half guard, Ubereem seems content to control.
Mahmut is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mahmut trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Mahmut is wriggling around trying to escape.
Alistair Ubereem has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ubereem can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Mahmut is looking to escape.
Ubereem might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Mahmut haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Mahmut wants to hold on but Ubereem pushes him away.#T3#
Ubereem wants to control but instead Mahmut manages to regain half guard.
Ubereem not doing much here.
Ubereem's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Alistair Ubereem is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Ubereem tries to keep at a distance but Mahmut has taken the fight into the clinch.
Mahmut is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ubereem pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Mahmut jumps guard but Ubereem stands there with Mahmut around his waist. Mahmut gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sheikh Mahmut. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mahmut crunches a lovely knee into Ubereem's ribcage.
A head punch on the inside from Ubereem fails to land.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Ubereem misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alistair Ubereem showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sheikh Mahmut's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Ubereem displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mahmut.
Mahmut moves out of range as Ubereem throws a body kick.
Ubereem circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mahmut fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ubereem throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ubereem misses with a head kick.
Mahmut fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mahmut fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sheikh Mahmut. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mahmut is looking to clinch but Ubereem is avoiding it.
Mahmut throws a series of punches but Ubereem avoids them all with ease. #T1#
Mahmut moves in looking to clinch but Ubereem pushes him off.
Sheikh Mahmut is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ubereem stuns Mahmut with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ubereem throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ubereem keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Mahmut closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Ubereem stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
The crowd are getting on Ubereem's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Ubereem misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Mahmut breaks from the clinch.
Sheikh Mahmut seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ubereem displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mahmut. #T2#
Ubereem circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mahmut avoids a kick to the body.
Ubereem throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mahmut defending well as Ubereem loads up on a big left hand.
Ubereem swings for the body but Mahmut moves out of range.
Ubereem throws a push kick but Mahmut slaps the foot to one side.
Mahmut tries to counter by clinching up but Ubereem breaks away and moves out of range.
Ubereem misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ubereem misses the shot to the body.
Ubereem pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mahmut tries a head kick but it misses.
Mahmut shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ubereem defends it nicely.#T3#
Ubereem throws a head kick that misses.
Mahmut takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#KD2#
Ubereem drops Mahmut with a beautiful combination! Mahmut stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Ubereem is looking for the KO!
Ubereem is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mahmut.
Sheikh Mahmut has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A head kick by Ubereem misses #CL#
and Mahmut counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Mahmut.
Ubereem is trying to stall.
Ubereem gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Mahmut.
Mahmut tries to break the clinch but Ubereem is controlling the position.
Alistair Ubereem is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Ubereem swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Ubereem on the inside. #CUT2#Sheikh Mahmut's cut is getting worse.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ubereem misses with a body punch.
Ubereem tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahmut's elbow.
Ubereem tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahmut's elbow.
Mahmut missing with knees to the body.
Ubereem tries a body shot but Mahmut blocks it.
Ubereem throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mahmuts head.
Mahmut misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mahmut misses with the head strike.
Mahmut tries to pull guard but Ubereem holds him up against the cage and eventually Mahmut drops back down to his feet.
Mahmut can't break the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alistair Ubereem comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ubereem has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alistair Ubereem!
Alistair Ubereem spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

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